Chinese leader Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump discussed bilateral cooperation and the issue of Taiwan in a phone call on Monday, according to Beijing’s state news agency Xinhua
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Xi told Trump that the two countries should “maintain momentum in ties” after the two leaders met last month in South Korea, and “stressed that Taiwan’s return to China is an important part of the post-war international order”, according to Xinhua
This conversation comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize US-China relations, following their recent in-person meeting at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Busan. The emphasis on Taiwan highlights persistent tensions over the self-governing island, which China views as an integral part of its territory. Xi's remarks underscore Beijing's firm stance on reunification as a cornerstone of the post-World War II global framework
While details from the US side remain limited, the call signals a commitment to dialogue despite challenges in trade, technology, and regional security. Analysts note that such high-level engagements are crucial for preventing escalation, particularly around the Taiwan Strait