US approves $100m support deal for Taiwan Patriot missiles
2 years, 10 months ago

US approves $100m support deal for Taiwan Patriot missiles

Al Jazeera  

Defence support comes amid heightened tension over the self-ruled democratic island, which Beijing claims as its own. The United States has approved a $100m support contract with Taiwan aimed at boosting the island’s missile defence systems amid heightened tensions with China. A statement from the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency said it had delivered the required certification notifying Congress following State Department approval for the sale, which was requested by Taiwan’s de facto embassy in Washington. “This proposed sale serves US national, economic, and security interests by supporting the recipient’s continuing efforts to modernize its armed forces and to maintain a credible defensive capability,” the agency said. Taiwan’s defence ministry has said the decision to obtain newer Patriot missiles was made during a 2019 meeting with US officials in the administration of former US President Donald Trump.

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China slams Philippines’ decision to acquire US Typhon missile system
1 day, 19 hours ago

China slams Philippines’ decision to acquire US Typhon missile system

Al Jazeera  

The Philippines has announced plans to buy the United States’ Typhon missile system, triggering China to warn of an impending “arms race” in the Asia Pacific region. Philippine military chief Lieutenant-General Roy Galido said on Monday that the country would acquire the mid-range missile system, already deployed by the US army on its territory for annual joint military exercises, “for …

China says US is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan
Top News
2 days, 14 hours ago

China says US is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The Chinese government protested Sunday the latest American announcements of military sales and assistance to Taiwan, warning the United States that it is “playing with fire.” U.S. President Joe Biden authorized Saturday the provision of up to $571 million in Defense Department material and services and in military education and training for self-ruled Taiwan, which Beijing claims as …

China says U.S. is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan
2 days, 19 hours ago

China says U.S. is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan

LA Times  

The Chinese government protested Sunday about the latest American announcements of military sales and assistance to Taiwan, warning that the United States that it is “playing with fire.” President Biden authorized Saturday the provision of up to $571 million in Defense Department material and services and in military education and training for self-ruled Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory …

China miffed over US $385 mn weapons sales to Taiwan, vows 'resolute countermeasures'
3 weeks, 2 days ago

China miffed over US $385 mn weapons sales to Taiwan, vows 'resolute countermeasures'

Firstpost  

Washington has steadily increased arms sales to Taiwan in recent years as part of its efforts to bolster the island’s defences and counter Beijing’s growing military capabilities China vowed Sunday to take “resolute countermeasures” in response to the United States’ approval of $385 million in arms sales to Taiwan, escalating tensions between the two nations. “The sales seriously undermine China’s …

China blasts the USA for hosting Taiwan president as Beijing vows 'resolute countermeasures' against potential $385m arms sale in aftermath of Chinese war games around island nation
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

China blasts the USA for hosting Taiwan president as Beijing vows 'resolute countermeasures' against potential $385m arms sale in aftermath of Chinese war games around island nation

Daily Mail  

China has slammed the US for hosting the president of Taiwan on American soil, and vowed to implement 'resolute countermeasures' against the sale to the island nation of arms worth nearly $400million. The sale was announced hours before Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te left on a visit to Taipei's three diplomatic allies in the Pacific, with stops in Hawaii and the …

US approves $385m arms sale to Taiwan
3 weeks, 3 days ago

US approves $385m arms sale to Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

Deal includes spare parts for fighter jets and radar systems as President Lai heads to Pacific, with stops in US. The sale approved by the US Department of State will ensure Taiwan can “meet current and future threats by maintaining the operational readiness” of its F-16 fleet, said the DSCA. China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it opposes Taiwan’s leaders …

Taiwan has no 'concrete list' of arms deal for Trump, but wants to discuss ways to reinforce defence capacity – Firstpost
1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan has no 'concrete list' of arms deal for Trump, but wants to discuss ways to reinforce defence capacity – Firstpost

Firstpost  

A senior Taiwan official said that Taipei does not have any concrete list of new arms deals to put to the US’ incoming Trump administration, but is willing to discuss how to continue to reinforce its defence capacity A US-made TOW-2A wire-guided anti-tank missile launched by Taiwanese soldiers from a M1167 TOW carrier vehicle at the Fangshan training grounds in …

Taiwan does not rule out US taking island’s old missiles and sending them to Ukraine
1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan does not rule out US taking island’s old missiles and sending them to Ukraine

The Independent  

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Taiwan risks paying a price for Trump win, say analysts
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan risks paying a price for Trump win, say analysts

Raw Story  

Taiwan has publicly hailed Donald Trump's US election victory, but analysts warn it may end up paying a high price for American support to defend itself against China. The Trump administration's policy on Taiwan was "highly uncertain", said Amanda Hsiao of the International Crisis Group. "On the one hand, the Trump administration could make continued US support to Taiwan conditional …

Taiwan says it receives first high-tech rocket systems from U.S.
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan says it receives first high-tech rocket systems from U.S.

Raw Story  

Taiwan has received its first batch of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems from the United States, Taipei's defense ministry said Wednesday, as the island races to boost its defenses against a potential Chinese attack. Taiwan purchased 29 units from the United States and the first 11 have arrived on the island, deputy defense minister Po Horng-huei told a parliamentary committee. …

Taiwan Readies For U.S. Election — And Potential ‘Uncertainty’ Ahead
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan Readies For U.S. Election — And Potential ‘Uncertainty’ Ahead

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING TAIPEI, Taiwan — For years, Taiwan has enjoyed solid bipartisan support in Washington — a consensus that has only strengthened as China has increasingly threatened the self-governing island, which it claims as its own territory and has promised to “reunify” with the mainland. Wu added that Taiwan’s concern boils down to “uncertainty” and said the island remains …

China vows ‘counter-measures’ after $2bn US arms sale to Taiwan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China vows ‘counter-measures’ after $2bn US arms sale to Taiwan

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The arms sale, which includes advanced missile systems intended …

Taiwan Warns of China's 'Combat' Patrol as US Arms Sales Loom
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan Warns of China's 'Combat' Patrol as US Arms Sales Loom

The Hindu  

Taiwan detects Chinese fighter jets and drones in a joint combat readiness patrol, the third such patrol this month. The U.S. State Department approves a $2 billion arms sale package for Taiwan, including advanced surface-to-air missile systems and radar. China strongly condemns and firmly opposes the sale and vows to take all necessary measures to defend its sovereignty and security.

US approves $2 billion in arms sales to Taiwan including advanced missile defense system
1 month, 4 weeks ago

US approves $2 billion in arms sales to Taiwan including advanced missile defense system

The Independent  

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De facto U.S. envoy warns Taiwan is not China’s only target
3 months, 2 weeks ago

De facto U.S. envoy warns Taiwan is not China’s only target

The Hindu  

The new de facto U.S. ambassador to Taiwan said Wednesday that the democratic island is “not the only target” of China’s “intimidation and coercion”, with more countries cooperating with Washington to “avoid war”. “Taiwan is not the only target of PRC efforts to use intimidation and coercion to change the status quo,” said Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute …

Here's why Taiwan is watching the U.S. election closely
4 months, 1 week ago

Here's why Taiwan is watching the U.S. election closely

NPR  

Here's why Taiwan is watching the U.S. election closely toggle caption An Rong Xu/Bloomberg via Getty Images TAIPEI, Taiwan — As the U.S. presidential candidates lay out their visions for the country over the next four years, Taiwan is also pondering what impact American policy will have on its future. Taiwan is looking for security guarantees While the U.S. adheres …

Trump says Taiwan should pay more for defense and dodges questions if he would defend the island
5 months, 1 week ago

Trump says Taiwan should pay more for defense and dodges questions if he would defend the island

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump demanded the self-governed island of Taiwan pay for U.S. protection, dodged the question of whether he would defend the island from Beijing’s military action and accused the island of taking the computer chip industry away from the United States. In the interview, Trump said he didn’t feel “so secure” over the Taiwan Strait, where …

New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help the island with self-defense as threats from China loom
5 months, 2 weeks ago

New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help the island with self-defense as threats from China loom

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The United States’ new top envoy to Taiwan promised Wednesday that Washington will help the self-ruled island defend itself as China ramps up its military threats. “First of all, and the most important thing, the U.S. will strongly support Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities,” Greene said as he met with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te. “We both have common and …

New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help the island with self-defense as threats from China loom
5 months, 2 weeks ago

New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help the island with self-defense as threats from China loom

The Independent  

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US to deliver TOW-2B anti-tank missiles to Taiwan amid rising China threat
6 months ago

US to deliver TOW-2B anti-tank missiles to Taiwan amid rising China threat

Firstpost  

Washington and Taipei have been expanding their military cooperation in recent years amid almost daily Chinese incursions into Taiwan’s air defence identification zone and drills by Chinese forces near the island. Taiwan is set to receive all 1,700 TOW 2B anti-tank missiles and 100 launchers from the United States by the end of this year, following a two-year delay, Focus …

China sanctions US firms over arms sales to Taiwan
7 months ago

China sanctions US firms over arms sales to Taiwan

Hindustan Times  

China said Monday it would sanction three US defence companies over their sales of arms to Taiwan, as the self-ruled island inaugurated a new president. Chinese President Xi Jinping US firms General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, General Dynamics Land Systems, and Boeing Defense, Space & Security will be added to Beijing's list of "unreliable entities", the country's commerce ministry said. "They …

Taiwan thanks US for sweeping aid package, China says island entering 'dangerous situation'
8 months ago

Taiwan thanks US for sweeping aid package, China says island entering 'dangerous situation'

India TV News  

Taipei/Beijing: After months of delays and continuous debate, the US Senate passed a $95 billion foreign aid package for Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine in a 79-18 vote on late Tuesday, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden. Taiwan expressed gratitude over the package, saying it will strengthen deterrence against authoritarianism, while China has sharply criticised the move by asserting that …

$8 billion US military aid package to Taiwan will ‘boost confidence’ in region: president-elect
8 months ago

$8 billion US military aid package to Taiwan will ‘boost confidence’ in region: president-elect

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A $8 billion defense package approved by the U.S. House of Representatives over the weekend will “strengthen the deterrence against authoritarianism in the West Pacific ally chain,” Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te said Tuesday, in a reference to key rival China. The funding will also “help ensure peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and also boost confidence …

US congressional delegation pledges continued defense support for Taiwan
8 months, 3 weeks ago

US congressional delegation pledges continued defense support for Taiwan

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation pledged continued support for Taiwan on Thursday, days after Congress approved $300 million in military aid for the self-governed island that’s claimed by China. However, it is bound by U.S. laws to ensure the island can defend itself and considers all threats to Taiwan as a matter of “grave concern.” The delegation …

Taiwan’s Tough Call on How to Stop China: Bigger Weapons or Lots of Cheap Ones
9 months ago

Taiwan’s Tough Call on How to Stop China: Bigger Weapons or Lots of Cheap Ones

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—David shouldn’t rely too much on slingshots to repel Goliath. In such scenarios, small, short-range weapons could be less effective at degrading the enemy, and Taiwan would need bigger hardware, Taiwanese defense officials and analysts say. For the past few years, Taiwan’s procurement, under U.S. pressure, has put more emphasis on asymmetrical weapons such as Harpoon antiship missiles, Himars rocket …

Taiwan presidential hopeful Hou promises to boost island’s defense and restart talks with China
11 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan presidential hopeful Hou promises to boost island’s defense and restart talks with China

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — One of Taiwan’s leading opposition party candidates in Saturday’s presidential election has promised to boost the island’s defense capabilities while restarting dialogue with Beijing, which claims the island as its own. Hou Yu-ih, the presidential candidate from the opposition Kuomintang, or Nationalist Party, said Thursday he wants to strengthen Taiwan’s ability to protect itself to deter a …

U.S. approves $300 million support for Taiwan's tactical information systems
1 year ago

U.S. approves $300 million support for Taiwan's tactical information systems

The Hindu  

The U.S. State Department has approved a $300 million sale of equipment to help maintain Taiwan's tactical information systems, the Pentagon said on Friday, the latest U.S. assistance for the island's defences. The Pentagon's Defence Security Cooperation Agency said the sale was for follow-on life cycle support to maintain Taiwan's Command, Control, Communications, and Computers, or C4, capabilities. The support …

Most Taiwanese do not view US as ‘trustworthy’, but majority trusts its security commitment for island: Survey
1 year, 1 month ago

Most Taiwanese do not view US as ‘trustworthy’, but majority trusts its security commitment for island: Survey

Firstpost  

The survey also indicated strong support for American arms sales to Taiwan, with over 65 per cent of respondents expressing approval. Approximately 57 per cent believed that the US would use force to assist Taiwan if Beijing attempted to unilaterally change the status quo A majority of Taiwanese do not consider the United States a “trustworthy” country, despite expressing belief …

US vice chair of Armed Services Committee promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan is attacked
1 year, 3 months ago

US vice chair of Armed Services Committee promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan is attacked

The Independent  

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China sends aircraft and vessels toward Taiwan days after US approves $500-million arms sale
1 year, 3 months ago

China sends aircraft and vessels toward Taiwan days after US approves $500-million arms sale

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Taiwan’s defense ministry said Saturday that China sent dozens of aircraft and vessels toward the island, just days after the United States approved a $500-million arms sale to Taiwan. The defense ministry said in a statement that 32 aircraft from the People’s Liberation Army and nine vessels from the navy were detected in the 24 hours between 6 …

China sends aircraft and vessels toward Taiwan days after U.S. approves $500-million arms sale
1 year, 3 months ago

China sends aircraft and vessels toward Taiwan days after U.S. approves $500-million arms sale

The Hindu  

Taiwan’s defense ministry said Saturday that China sent dozens of aircraft and vessels toward the island, just days after the United States approved a $500-million arms sale to Taiwan. The defense ministry said in a statement that 32 aircraft from the People’s Liberation Army and nine vessels from the navy were detected in the 24 hours between 6 a.m. Friday …

US approves new $500M arms sale to Taiwan as tension from China intensifies
1 year, 4 months ago

US approves new $500M arms sale to Taiwan as tension from China intensifies

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration has approved a $500 million arms sale to Taiwan as it ramps up military assistance to the island despite fervent objections from China. The State Department said Wednesday it had signed off on the sale of infrared search tracking systems along with related equipment for advanced F-16 fighter jets. “This proposed sale serves U.S. national, …

US approves potential $500m sale of military equipment to Taiwan
1 year, 4 months ago

US approves potential $500m sale of military equipment to Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

The deal with Taiwan, which has not yet been finalised, would exacerbate soaring tensions between the US and China. The United States government has approved a potential $500m sale of military equipment to Taiwan, a move likely to stir simmering tensions with China. Hours before the announcement, Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen visited a memorial on Kinmen Island, where Taiwan and …

Taiwan's Leader Says 2024 Defence Budget to Hit Record $19 Billion
1 year, 4 months ago

Taiwan's Leader Says 2024 Defence Budget to Hit Record $19 Billion

News 18  

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen said Monday defence spending would reach a record 606.8 billion Taiwan dollars in 2024, a demonstration of the island’s “determination to ensure national security”. The proposed spending would be a 3.5 percent increase from 2023’s $586.3 billion Taiwan dollars, according to official data. The Chinese military launched massive military exercises last year after Nancy Pelosi, then-speaker …

China says US military aid to Taiwan will not deter its will to unify the island
1 year, 4 months ago

China says US military aid to Taiwan will not deter its will to unify the island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China accused the United States of turning Taiwan into an “ammunition depot” after the White House announced a $345 million military aid package for Taipei, and the self-ruled island said Sunday it tracked six Chinese navy ships in waters off its shores. China’s Taiwan Affairs Office issued a statement late Saturday opposing the military aid to Taiwan, …

US military aid to Taiwan will not deter will to unify island: China
1 year, 4 months ago

US military aid to Taiwan will not deter will to unify island: China

India Today  

China accused the United States of turning Taiwan into an “ammunition depot” after the White House announced a $345 million military aid package for Taipei, and the self-ruled island said Sunday it tracked six Chinese navy ships in waters off its shores. China’s Taiwan Affairs Office issued a statement late Saturday opposing the military aid to Taiwan, which China claims …

China responds to US' $345 million military aid to Taiwan, claims it won't deter unification efforts
1 year, 4 months ago

China responds to US' $345 million military aid to Taiwan, claims it won't deter unification efforts

India TV News  

After the United States provided a massive $345-million military aid package to Taiwan, China accused America of turning the island nation into an 'ammunition depot' and said that the move will not halt Beijing's efforts to reunify the island with its mainland. "No matter how much of the ordinary people's taxpayer money the Taiwanese separatist forces spend, no matter how …

U.S. announces $345 million military aid package for Taiwan
1 year, 4 months ago

U.S. announces $345 million military aid package for Taiwan

The Hindu  

The U.S. on Friday announced $345 million in military aid for Taiwan, in what is the Biden administration's first major package drawing on America's own stockpiles to help Taiwan counter China. While Chinese diplomats protested the move, Taiwan's trade office in Washington said the U.S. decision to pull arms and other materiel from its stores provided “an important tool to …

US Announces New Military Aid Package for Taiwan Worth $345 Million
1 year, 4 months ago

US Announces New Military Aid Package for Taiwan Worth $345 Million

News 18  

The United States on Friday unveiled a $345 million military aid package for Taiwan designed to quickly bolster the island’s ability to deter any possible Chinese invasion. “We are working expeditiously to deliver the military assistance announced today.” Congress has authorized President Joe Biden to draw aid for Taiwan from American military stocks — the same way that Washington has …

US: Biden administration announces $345-million military assistance for Taiwan amidst tensions with China
1 year, 4 months ago

US: Biden administration announces $345-million military assistance for Taiwan amidst tensions with China

India TV News  

In a step to help Taiwan counter rising aggressions from China, the United States administration on Friday announced a big $345-million military assistance package for Taipei. "I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the authority under section 506 of the FAA to direct the drawdown of up to $345 million in defense articles and services of the Department of …

US announces $345 million military aid package for Taiwan
1 year, 4 months ago

US announces $345 million military aid package for Taiwan

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States has announced $345 million in military aid for Taiwan, in what is the Biden administration’s first major package drawing on America’s own stockpiles to help Taiwan counter China. While Chinese diplomats protested the move, Taiwan’s representative office in the U.S. said the administration’s decision to pull arms and other materiel from its stores provided “an …

U.S. approves sale of ammunition worth $440 million to Taiwan
1 year, 5 months ago

U.S. approves sale of ammunition worth $440 million to Taiwan

The Hindu  

The United States said on Thursday it planned to sell $440 million in ammunition and parts to Taiwan, its latest effort to boost the self-ruling island's defense. The sale is comparatively small in scale and does not expand the range of U.S. weaponry to Taiwan, but comes as the United States and China move delicately to stabilise their turbulent relationship. …

China says ready to ‘smash’ Taiwan self-rule as US prepares major arms package, sends advisers
1 year, 7 months ago

China says ready to ‘smash’ Taiwan self-rule as US prepares major arms package, sends advisers

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’ is prepared to “resolutely smash any form of Taiwan independence,” its military said Tuesday, as the U.S. reportedly prepares to accelerate the sale of defensive weapons and other military assistance to the self-governing island democracy. China’s People’s Liberation Army “continues to strengthen military training and preparations and will resolutely smash any form of Taiwanese independence secession along …

US plans to provide $500 million worth arms aid to Taiwan: Report
1 year, 7 months ago

US plans to provide $500 million worth arms aid to Taiwan: Report

Hindustan Times  

US President Joe Biden's administration plans to send $500 million worth of weapons aid to Taiwan using the same emergency authority that has been used more than 35 times for Ukraine, a source familiar with the plan said on Friday. US President Joe Biden As a part of the 2023 budget, Congress authorized up to $1 billion worth of weapons …

China opposes Taiwan-U.S. defence and military exchanges
1 year, 7 months ago

China opposes Taiwan-U.S. defence and military exchanges

The Hindu  

China warned against continued U.S.-Taiwan cooperation Wednesday, responding to reports that the U.S. military was sending officers to help train Taiwan's counterparts and that a delegation of defence contractors would visiting the self-ruled island next week. “We resolutely oppose the U.S. having any form of official or military contact with China's Taiwan region,” Zhu Fenglian, spokeswoman for China's Taiwan Affairs …

China opposes Taiwan-US defense and military exchanges
1 year, 7 months ago

China opposes Taiwan-US defense and military exchanges

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China warned against continued U.S.-Taiwan cooperation Wednesday, responding to reports that the U.S. military was sending officers to help train Taiwan’s counterparts and that a delegation of defense contractors would visiting the self-ruled island next week. “We resolutely oppose the U.S. having any form of official or military contact with China’s Taiwan region,” Zhu Fenglian, spokeswoman for …

Where does Taiwan’s future lie in the US-China tug-of-war?
1 year, 8 months ago

Where does Taiwan’s future lie in the US-China tug-of-war?

Al Jazeera  

Chinese military simulates strikes on Taiwan in response to its president’s visit to the US. Chinese naval vessels and warplanes have been simulating strikes, causing Taiwan to scramble fighter jets and gunboats in response. Bejing is furious after Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen met US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California last week. Presenter: Nick Clark Guests: Victor Gao – Vice …

China vows ‘forceful’ measures after US-Taiwan meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

China vows ‘forceful’ measures after US-Taiwan meeting

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China vowed reprisals against Taiwan after a meeting between the United States House speaker and the island’s president, saying Thursday that the U.S. was on a “wrong and dangerous road.” Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday in a show of U.S. support for the self-governed island, which China claims as its own, along …

U.S. approves new arms sales to Taiwan worth $619 million
1 year, 9 months ago

U.S. approves new arms sales to Taiwan worth $619 million

LA Times  

The U.S. has approved more arms sales to Taiwan, including $619 million worth of munitions for F-16 fighter jets. The U.S. has approved more arms sales to Taiwan, including $619 million worth of munitions for F-16 fighter jets, in a decision likely to be yet another point of friction between the U.S. and China, which claims the island as its …

Explained: How US and Taiwan are strengthening military ties amid rising China tensions
1 year, 10 months ago

Explained: How US and Taiwan are strengthening military ties amid rising China tensions

Firstpost  

Reports have emerged that Taiwan will send 500 troops to the United States in the latter half of 2023 and that Washington will send between 100 to 200 troops to Taipei. Let’s take a closer look how US and Taiwan are strengthening military ties: Taiwan-US grow closer According to the South China Morning Post, Taiwan is gearing up to send …

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