National Post
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May 17, 2026
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Taiwan won’t be ‘sacrificed or traded away,’ president says after Trump calls weapon sales a bargaining ‘chip’ with China
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Taiwan won't be 'sacrificed or traded away,' president says after Trump calls weapon sales a bargaining 'chip' with China
Lai Ching-te says U.S. weapons sales to Taipei 'are not only necessary but also key elements in maintaining regional peace and stability'
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by Allison Jackson and Joy Chiang
Published May 17, 2026
Last updated May 17, 2026
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