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The president’s comments after his China trip broke with decades of diplomatic precedent and fueled speculation about a potential visit.
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President Donald Trump said he was undecided on sending weapons to Taiwan following his visit to China, the Associated Press reported. The comments marked a shift in U.S. policy toward the self-governing island.
On May 21, 2026, Trump said he was willing to speak with Taiwan's leader, Lai Ching-te, a major break from long-standing diplomatic practice, CNN reported. His statement signaled a warming of relations and raised the prospect of a presidential visit.
Trump's willingness to talk to Taiwan's leader was described as a major shift, with potential to escalate tensions with China, according to CNN. The prediction market for a Trump visit to Taiwan in 2026 prices a 5.75% probability as of August 21, with $85,006 in 24-hour volume.
No official announcement of a trip has been made. The decision remains subject to Trump administration planning and international considerations.