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Trump-Xi meeting: Backing of world hailed

Published

26 September 2026

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regulatory

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Semiconductors

◆ Geography

Taiwan

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Fusion42 · 26 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

US Deputy Foreign Minister Francois Wu affirmed that advancing the $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan aligns with US interests in supporting Taiwan's democracy and semiconductor industry, following discussions between Presidents Trump and Xi which reportedly included Chinese pressure to oppose Taiwan independence and delay the arms sale.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Supporting Taiwan's arms sales is now a clear US interest aligned with semiconductor supply security. You in semiconductor supply or defence should watch for an opening to enter or deepen ties with Taiwan's market amid rising geopolitical support.

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