Taiwan Presses Case for US Arms After Trump Says He's Undecided on New Sales The Taiwan Relations Act, a cornerstone of American law since 1979, obligates the US to provide defensive arms to Taiwan.
However, in a move that has left many perplexed, President Donald Trump revealed last week that he had yet to decide on future sales.
Taiwan's Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming chi has reassured the public that US arms sales remain crucial for regional peace and stability.