Taiwan Pursues $10 Billion US Arms Deal as Tensions with China Escalate
- Taiwan is negotiating with the United States in 2025 to acquire an arms package valued between $7 billion and $10 billion amid ongoing tensions with China.
- Taiwan seeks to strengthen its defenses due to increased Chinese military pressure and aims to secure support from the U.S. Administration under President Trump.
- The proposed arms package consists of long-range missiles designed for shoreline protection and high-mobility artillery rocket systems, highlighting Taiwan's efforts to strengthen its military capabilities.
- The U.S. Official responsible for national security has indicated a push to expedite arms shipments to Taiwan, with estimates suggesting the total value of the package is likely above $8 billion.
- The ongoing negotiations and potential arms sale indicate continued U.S. Involvement in Taiwan's defense amid growing concerns about a possible Chinese invasion.
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Taiwan in talks for multi-billion-dollar US arms deal to counter China’s threats
Taiwan plans to propose a special defense budget that prioritises precision ammunition, air-defense upgrades, command and control systems, equipment for the reserve forces and anti-drone technology, a third source familiar with the matter said.
·Mumbai, India
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