Key facts
- U.S. proponents are urging President Trump to approve a multibillion-dollar arms deal for Taiwan.
- The push for approval is timed before a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
U.S. proponents of a strong stance on China are urging President Trump to approve a multibillion-dollar arms deal for Taiwan. This push is occurring ahead of a planned meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, raising questions about the potential impact on U.S.-China relations and the summit itself.