A US naval aircraft carrier sails through the South China Sea. Fighter jets are seen taking off from and landing on the naval vessel and flying over head.
has looked to increase its control over the region. In order to halt that strategy, Trump has sanctioned patrols to pass through the waters and has now agreed a new warplane deal with Taiwan. The deal for the F-16 fighter jet is likely to increase tensions between Beijing and Washington as the two continue their trade war.In light of the current crisis in Hong Kong, the deal has been praised by US Republican Senator, Marco Rubio.
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