Trump urged Japan’s Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say
Summary
US President Donald Trump urged Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to escalate the dispute with China over Taiwan during talks, aiming to preserve a fragile trade truce with Beijing.
Key Points
- US President Donald Trump asked Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to escalate the dispute with China over Taiwan.
- Takaichi's remarks about China's hypothetical attack on Taiwan caused diplomatic tensions with Beijing.
- Trump seeks to maintain a trade truce with China while balancing relations with Japan and Taiwan issues.
- China warned Japan about its military plans near Taiwan and urged the US to rein in Japan's actions.
