US Ambassador to China Makes Statement on Trump and Xi Meeting Regarding Weapons

US Ambassador to China David Perdue announced that President Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping during their meetings whether he wanted to purchase US weapons. This situation drew attention regarding military policies between the two countries.

Ambassador's Statements and Meeting Details

US Ambassador to China David Perdue shared important information regarding contacts between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping during a television program he attended. Perdue stated that Trump asked his Chinese counterpart whether he would buy US-made weapons.

Not specifying a clear timeframe for when the proposal was made, Perdue conveyed that these dialogues came to the agenda following the official visit in Washington. Such a proposal coming to life is evaluated as having the potential to affect long-term policies.

Taiwan Arms Sales and Congressional Concerns

Democratic and Republican lawmakers expressed their concerns about the status of arms orders and delayed aid packages to Taiwan, a self-ruling democratic island. Taiwan's defense capacity against the Chinese threat continues to be a subject of debate in Congress.

Ambassador Perdue opposed these criticisms, emphasizing that Trump has been one of the most resolute leaders seen so far on the issue of Taiwan. He noted that the Trump administration has already sold significant amounts of weapons to Taiwan and that sales continue.

Beijing's Reaction and the Chinese Foreign Ministry

The Chinese side has repeatedly demanded that the Washington administration halt arms sales to Taiwan. Particularly at the summit in May, the Beijing administration openly expressed its discomfort on this issue.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun did not directly confirm Ambassador Perdue's statements during a press conference held on Monday. He stated that China strengthens its national defense capacity according to its own needs and is committed to world peace.