China’s President Xi Jinping has issued a public warning to the United States over Taiwan, telling US President Donald Trump that a misstep on the issue could push the two powers into a “face-to-face confrontation.”
The remarks were made during Trump’s three-day official visit to China, where he met Xi at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People. The talks covered a range of issues, including bilateral trade and the Iran-related situation, even as wider regional tensions continued.
According to Xi, Taiwan remains the most important and sensitive matter in China–US relations. He said the relationship can endure only if the issue is handled properly, and cautioned that failure would endanger the broader ties and create a dangerous situation for both sides.
Trump, while acknowledging China’s firm stance on Taiwan, struck an optimistic note on economic cooperation. He praised Xi’s leadership, said he respects China, and claimed the two countries could build a “grand” future in trade.
Xi also argued that competition should not turn into efforts to bring each other down, adding that conflict would harm both nations. His warning, however, has sparked fresh attention in international political circles.
