In a significant development, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call, as reported by Xinhua News. The leaders addressed critical issues, including the potential future of the TikTok app in the US and ongoing trade negotiations. Prior to the call, speculation arose regarding Trump’s willingness to provide military aid to Taiwan, which may be connected to trade negotiations with China and a summit deal. The Trump administration appears to be looking to soften its stance towards Beijing.
A major topic of discussion was the anticipated deal to separate the TikTok app from its Chinese owner. US officials announced a deal to keep TikTok operational. Trade teams from both countries have recently held talks in several locations. China claims Taiwan as a part of its territory, and has vowed to unify with Taiwan, using force if necessary.