Politicians said the call between the two leaders, which focused on trade, had ‘made us very anxious’ about the implications for the island.

Chinese stocks subdued; analysts highlight gaps in two sides' accounts

Politicians said the call between the two leaders, which focused on trade, had ‘made us very anxious’ about the implications for the island.

Detente between US and Chinese leaders could complicate many Asian countries’ calculations for striking a balance between the superpowers.

In times of US-China tension, Chinese leaders tend to rebuff calls from their American counterparts. Xi choosing to speak to Trump stands out.