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China warns it will scrap leader summit if US approves Taiwan weapons deal

2 outlets1 min read50m agoImportance 7/10

Beijing has told Washington it will call off a planned summit with President Xi and President Trump if the United States authorises any new arms sales to Taiwan.

Why it matters

The threat shows how Taiwan arms sales could derail high-level U.S.-China dialogue and affect global stability.

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