Trump call with Taiwan’s Lai not yet planned, sources say

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Discussions between the U.S. and Taiwan regarding a potential call between their respective presidents are still in the preliminary stages according to sources. Despite Donald Trump's public suggestion to speak about Taiwan's defenses, no concrete plans have been established yet.

WASHINGTON/TAIPEI, May 22 - The U.S. and Taiwan have not yet made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people familiar with the matter said, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion he might speak soon with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te about the island’s defenses.