Trump backs One China policy in `cordial` call with Xi

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The call followed a letter sent by Mr Trump to Mr Xi on Thursday - the president`s first direct approach to the Chinese leader. Mr Trump baited China throughout his campaign, accusing it of unfair trade practices and threatening to challenge its military build up in the South China Sea. Beijing responded cautiously, expressing "serious concern" about Mr Trump`s position on the One China policy and urging the US to maintain close ties with China. Mr Trump had placed the long-standing policy in doubt when he spoke with Taiwan`s president in December. Image copyright AP Image caption Mr Trump has been calling world leaders in recent weeksUS President Donald Trump has agreed to honour America`s "One China" policy in a phone call with Chinese president Xi Jinping, the White House said.