Washington approves second major arms sale to Taiwan this year
The United States has approved a new arms sale to Taiwan worth around 11 billion dollars, marking the second such deal this year and one of the largest military packages provided to the island in decades. The decision reflects Washington’s continued commitment to supporting Taiwan’s security amid growing tensions with China.
The approved package includes missile systems, artillery, anti-tank weapons, drones, and spare parts for existing military equipment. Taiwanese authorities described the deal as a significant boost to the island’s defensive capabilities, at a time when it faces increasing military pressure from Beijing.
Although the sale has received approval from the U.S. State Department, it still requires validation by the U.S. Congress and Taiwan’s legislature before entering into force. Taiwan’s government has also announced plans to substantially increase defense spending over the coming years to strengthen deterrence and modernize its armed forces.
China, which considers Taiwan part of its territory, has repeatedly criticized U.S. arms sales to the island. The announcement comes as Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels continue to operate frequently around Taiwan, reinforcing concerns about regional stability in the Asia-Pacific.
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