US-Taiwan Policy Stays Firm Amidst Tensions
In light of President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed the US policy on Taiwan remains unchanged. Despite potential threats, Rubio emphasized that dialogues with China consistently involve Taiwan, maintaining a clear and consistent American stance.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that the United States' stance on Taiwan remains steadfast, following a recent meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
During an interview with NBC News, Rubio highlighted that any Chinese attempts to take Taiwan by force would be deemed a 'terrible mistake' by the US government. He was part of the delegation accompanying the president on his China trip.
Rubio acknowledged that the Taiwan issue surfaced during talks, as is customary. He dismissed fears of a potential clash despite Chinese urgings, reiterating that the dialogue typically involves Taiwan but ultimately shifts to other significant topics.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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