News Analysis The United States is approving $428 million in new arms sales to Taiwan as part of its effort to help the island nation deter a Chinese communist invasion. “This proposed sale serves U.S. national, economic, and security interests by supporting the recipient’s continuing efforts to maintain a credible defensive capability,” said an associated…
US Approves $428 Million in Arms Sales to Taiwan
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Biden Approves First Arms Sale to Taiwan
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