US Approves $11B Arms Sale to Taiwan
Update: 2025-12-18
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US Approves Record $11.1B Arms Sale to Taiwan Amid China TensionsThe United States has greenlit a historic $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, featuring advanced defense systems like HIMARS rockets, Javelin missiles, and Altius drones. This marks the largest such sale under the current administration, as Taiwan faces escalating military pressure from China. The US asserts that these sales bolster Taiwans self-defense capabilities and deterrence. Despite potential political challenges, Taiwan enjoys broad Congressional support. The Pentagon highlights the sales benefits for US national interests, as Taiwan modernizes its military with asymmetric warfare weapons.
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