President Donald Trump said on Friday that he discussed U.S. arms sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping during talks in Beijing. The issue remains a significant flashpoint in the relations between the United States and China.
Following the summit, President Trump clarified that he made no commitment to President Xi over Taiwan. He stated that he has not yet determined whether to move forward with a major arms package for the island.
The pending decision involves a planned $14 billion arms deal. Trump said he would make a determination on the matter over the next fairly short period of time.