US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on 24 September. Concerns over Taiwan have grown ahead of the meeting. America’s close allies, including Japan and South Korea, fear that Trump may soften his stance on Taiwan to secure a major advantage in trade with China. Trump has already said that the decision to supply weapons to Taiwan could help him in talks with China. In such a situation, even the slightest change in Trump’s statements or in the US policy towards Taiwan could embolden China to increase pressure on Taiwan. This could further escalate tensions in the region. The story is being updated… Post navigation Sonu Nigam clarifies viral clip after appearing to mock Salman:Calls it fake, says, ‘I broke down watching the Pakistani girl sing’ Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway Chairman:Son Howard Buffett to take over