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Lai Ching-te, Donald Trump
Taiwan
May 20, 2026
Verified: May 20, 2026
"President Lai Ching-te stated that Taiwan's future cannot be decided by foreign forces. Lai emphasized that Taiwan is increasing defense spending to prevent war. The remarks follow US President Donald Trump's suggestion that arms sales to Taiwan could be used as leverage in talks with China."