Event Brief
Lai rejects China pressure, pledges stronger defense
Filed: May 20, 2026 at 1:03 AM ET
Summary: Taiwan's Lai Ching-te said Taiwan will defend its sovereignty and rejected China pressure.
WHO: Lai Ching-te
WHAT: Lai Ching-te rejected China pressure and pledged stronger defense for Taiwan.
WHEN: May 20, 2026 at 12:55 AM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: Trump suggested arms sales could be used as leverage in talks with China.
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