Trump proposed weapons sales to China during meetings with Xi, ambassador reports
The Hill · September 28, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue stated that President Trump suggested selling weapons to China in recent meetings with President Xi Jinping. Perdue mentioned that Trump said the U.S. sells arms to other countries.
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This discussion may impact U.S.-China relations and international arms sales policies.
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This proposal could escalate tensions between the two countries, impacting diplomatic relations and trade negotiations. If the U.S. moves forward with arms sales, it may provoke a response from China and affect global security dynamics.
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