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Trump call with Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te not yet planned, sources say

Emily Hallas, DC Examiner President Donald Trump on Wednesday revealed he plans to speak directly with Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te, marking a departure from decades of U. S. precedent....

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What happened Trump and Xi are central to coverage of a China meeting involving Iran, trade, and U.S.-China relations.
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CenterTrump call with Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te not yet planned, sources say

The Japan Times · Center · News report

Right / center-rightTrump Snubs Xi With Direct Talk With Taiwan Leader

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RealClearWorldNews report · May 23, 1:10 PM

Trump Snubs Xi With Direct Talk With Taiwan Leader

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Emily Hallas, DC Examiner President Donald Trump on Wednesday revealed he plans to speak directly with Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te, marking a departure from decades of U. S. precedent....

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The Japan TimesNews report · May 23, 2:30 AM

Trump call with Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te not yet planned, sources say

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Officials from the U. S. ⁠and Taiwan have been in touch about the prospect of a call, but no concrete plans have yet been ​put in place.

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May 23, 2:30 AM: The Japan Times joined the source map.

May 23, 1:10 PM: RealClearWorld joined the source map.

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