Trump on China-Taiwan Drills: "No Worries"

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Trump on China-Taiwan Drills: "No Worries"
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns over Chinese military exercises near Taiwan, stating he had "no worries" about the situation. The drills come after the United States approved an $11 billion arms sale to Taiwan last week. China claims self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory and strongly opposes any foreign weapons deals with the island. When asked by reporters about the Chinese military activity, Trump downplayed the significance. "I have no worries about it," he said. The U.S. arms package includes advanced fighter jet missiles and other defense systems. Such sales are a frequent point of tension between Washington and Beijing. China's military said the exercises are a "necessary action" to protect national sovereignty. Taiwan's government has condemned the drills as a threat to regional stability.