Donald Trump says he has made no commitment to China’s President Xi Jinping regarding Taiwan. In remarks reported by multiple outlets, Trump also states that Xi does not want Taiwan to seek independence. Trump says he will make a determination over a “fairly short” period of time concerning US arms sales to Taiwan. The accounts focus on Trump’s characterization of his conversations and stance toward Xi, and on timing for a decision about potential further military assistance to the self-ruled island. The sources do not provide additional details about the specific arms sales under consideration or the criteria for Trump’s decision beyond the timeframe he gives. Overall, the reporting converges on Trump’s dual message: no commitments to Xi on Taiwan, and an upcoming decision on US arms sales to Taiwan within a short period.