US President Donald Trump revealed that he had an extensive discussion with Chinese President Xi Jinping about US weapons sales to Taiwan during their recent meeting in Beijing. Trump reiterated the importance of avoiding conflict, stating, 'The last thing we need right now is a war that’s 9,500 miles away.' This remark comes amid ongoing tensions between the US and Iran. Xi Jinping expressed his concerns about the Taiwan issue, highlighting its significance in US-China relations and warning that mishandling it could lead to a 'very dangerous situation.' He emphasized that the Taiwan question is the most crucial issue affecting bilateral ties. Taiwan, which operates as a self-governing democracy, has seen increased military pressure from Beijing, which claims the island as part of its territory. Despite historical ties, surveys show that a small fraction of Taiwan's population supports reunification with China, with many valuing their democratic governance. Taiwan's deputy foreign minister has firmly stated that the Taiwanese people will not accept the 'one country, two systems' framework proposed by China.