Amid rising tensions, President Trump reveals his conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding Iran. The U.S. administration is pushing Beijing to isolate Tehran further, while Trump emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with China. The discussion also covers trade, Taiwan, and Trump's planned visit to Beijing in April. However, the Chinese government's statement omitted any mention of this visit. Trump and Xi addressed Iran's recent crackdown on protests, with the U.S. president considering military action. The conversation also touched on Iran's nuclear program, which has been impacted by U.S. military strikes and sanctions. Additionally, the Trump administration's arms sales to Taiwan and China's stance on reunification with Taiwan were discussed. The call came as the New START treaty, a nuclear arms pact between Russia and the U.S., is set to expire, raising concerns about the future of nuclear limits. Trump expressed interest in involving China in a potential new treaty. The meeting also coincided with a ministerial gathering to rebuild global supply chains for critical minerals, an area dominated by China. This meeting aimed to foster self-reliance in the U.S. and reduce reliance on foreign nations for essential resources.
