Why Taiwan remains the biggest flashpoint in US-China relations
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 20, 2026, 16:08 (IST)
During their discussions, President Trump and Xi Jinping placed Taiwan at the forefront of their diplomatic agenda. Trump perceives arms sales to Taiwan as a way to gain leverage, whereas Taiwan insists on its importance for regional harmony. Given its strategic significance in the technology sector, especially in chip manufacturing, any tension involving Taiwan could disturb the global economy.