'They're not doing research': Investigating China’s use of scientific vessels around Taiwan
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Ahead of a high-stakes summit between President Trump and President Xi, Taiwan's vice president has told Sky News the island does "not yet" have sufficient arms to defend itself. A $14 billion arms deal for Taiwan currently remains paused by President Trump -- who has broken with precedent by directly discussing arms sales to the island with China. Concerns about Trump's willingness to defend Taiwan come amid record-breaking grey-zone activity in the waters around the island. Sky's Asia correspondent Helen-Ann Smith looks at how China has utilised not only Coast Guard ships, but also scientific research vessels, to ramp up pressure on Taiwan in recent months. months. #taiwan #china #usa #donaldtrump #xijinping #skynews SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: http://www.youtube.com/skynews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/skynews Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skynews Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skynews Follow us on TikTok: h
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