Trump’s mixed messaging on Taiwan – what we know
The US has reportedly paused a major arms deal with Taiwan, but Trump has said he may ‘speak’ to island’s leader.

The US has reportedly paused a major arms deal with Taiwan, but Trump has said he may ‘speak’ to island’s leader.








Beijing urged the US to cease ‘dangerous’ efforts to arm the island, which it claims as its own.
Opposition parties accuse President Lai, Premier Cho of violating Taiwan’s constitution in impeachment bid.
The Philippine coastguard claims the vessels it deployed to aid the injured fishermen were also repeatedly blocked.
Canberra says it seeks to make early contact with the new administration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Trump and Xi talk soya beans and Taiwan, continuing to lower temperature in wake of meeting in South Korea last month.
China asks citizens to avoid travelling to Japan, following diplomatic feud due to remarks by Tokyo’s new premier.
The Fujian is considered a symbol of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s overhaul and rapid expansion of China’s military.
China has frequently accused the Philippines of acting as a ‘troublemaker’ and ‘saboteur of regional stability’.
China and Australia have traded accusations over an incident Australia said involved a Chinese jet releasing flares.
Cheng Li-wun will take over the leadership of Kuomintang party on November 1.