Taiwan President Says Trump Deserves Nobel Peace Prize If He Persuades China To Abandon Military Plans

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has publicly stated that U.S. President Donald Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize if he can persuade Chinese President Xi Jinping to permanently renounce military aggression against Taiwan. Lai highlighted Trump's claim that Xi once assured him China would not attack Taiwan during his presidency, emphasizing the potential impact of such a diplomatic achievement on regional stability and global power dynamics. With China increasing military exercises near Taiwan and expanding forces in surrounding seas, Lai warned that any annexation of Taiwan by China would not only threaten the island but also challenge the U.S. and undermine the rules-based international order. Despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties, the U.S. remains Taiwan's most important backer, though no new arms sales have been announced under Trump. A potential meeting between Trump and Xi is anticipated at an upcoming Asia-Pacific summit in South Korea, where discussions on these tensions may take place. Lai expressed hope that Trump will continue to support peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region amid rising Chinese military activity.