Taiwanese independence remains a sticking point in the US-China relationship despite Donald Trump describing a 'great meeting' with Xi Jinping.  

Washington has pulled out all the stops for the Chinese leader's three-day visit, but neither side is expecting any significant breakthroughs. 

Former US Ambassador Christopher R Hill told Ryan Bridge a multi-billion-dollar military package for Taiwan is awaiting Trump's signature.  

Hill suspects Trump will continue to hold off approving the arms sale as China's made clear it's a core issue. 

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Taiwanese independence remains a sticking point in the US-China relationship despite Donald Trump describing a 'great meeting' with Xi Jinping. &nbsp;
Washington has pulled out all the stops for the Chinese leader's three-day visit, but neither side is expecting any significant breakthroughs.&nbsp;
Former US Ambassador Christopher R Hill told Ryan Bridge a multi-billion-dollar military package for Taiwan is awaiting Trump's signature. &nbsp;
Hill suspects Trump will continue to hold off approving the arms sale as China's made clear it's a core issue.&nbsp;
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Christopher R Hill: Former US Ambassador on the meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping

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