Trump says he will talk to Taiwan's president, breaking diplomatic norms

President-elect Donald Trump has said he plans to speak with Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te, a move that breaks with longstanding U.S. diplomatic protocol. For decades, U.S. leaders have avoided direct talks with Taiwanese officials to maintain the "One China" policy and avoid provoking China. Trump called Taiwan a "problem" but said he would talk to "everybody."

Taiwan's government confirmed it would welcome such a conversation. China quickly criticized the announcement, accusing the U.S. of undermining its territorial claims. The Pentagon also reportedly delayed a visit by Chinese officials amid tensions over a U.S. arms sale to Taiwan.