US Approves $385 Million Arms Sale to Taiwan Amid Rising Tensions
The United States has approved a $385 million arms sale to Taiwan, a move likely to heighten tensions with China. The deal, announced by the U.S. Department of State, includes advanced air defense systems and missile upgrades aimed at bolstering Taiwan’s defense capabilities.
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This development comes amid growing military pressure from Beijing, which views Taiwan as a breakaway province and strongly opposes any arms sales to the island. The arms package is part of Washington’s commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act, which ensures the U.S. supports Taiwan’s self-defense.
The Biden administration emphasized the sale’s alignment with maintaining peace and stability in the region. “These systems are purely defensive and contribute to Taiwan’s ability to deter aggression,” said a State Department spokesperson.
China has condemned the deal, accusing the U.S. of “interfering in its internal affairs” and threatening “necessary countermeasures.” Despite the criticism, Taiwan’s government welcomed the sale, expressing gratitude for continued U.S. support in the face of growing regional threats.
This arms package highlights the ongoing strategic and political complexities in the Indo-Pacific, as Taiwan remains a flashpoint in U.S.-China relations.