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Taiwan Pursues $10 Billion US Arms Deal as Tensions with China Escalate

Taiwan is considering a multibillion-dollar arms purchase from the United States to strengthen its defense against military pressure from mainland China, according to sources briefed on the matter.
The proposed arms package is estimated to be between US$7 billion to US$10 billion, potentially including coastal defense cruise missiles and High Mobility Artillery Rockets .
Sources indicated that the arms deal aims to demonstrate Taiwan's commitment to its defense.
US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz expressed the desire to expedite the delivery of weapons to Taiwan.

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The Telegraph

Taiwan explores $10bn US arms deal to secure Trump support

Island nation wants to prove it is committed to defend itself amid Chinese threats and doubts about its stability

4 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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WION

Taiwan in talks for multi-billion-dollar US arms deal: Report

As per reports, Taiwan is seeking to purchase billions of dollars worth of arms from the United States to secure support from the new Trump administration as China increases military pressure on the island.

4 days ago·Noida, India

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Focus Taiwan

MND declines to comment on U.S. arms deal report - Focus Taiwan

Taipei, Feb. 18 (CNA) Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Tuesday declined to comment on a report that Taiwan is pursuing a multibillion-dollar weapons purchase from the United States.

4 days ago·Taiwan

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The Japan Times

Taiwan considering multibillion dollar arms purchase from U.S., sources say

Taipei is hoping to win support from the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump as China continues to apply military pressure on the island.

5 days ago·Japan

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South China Morning Post

Taiwan considering multibillion-dollar arms purchase from US, sources say

Taiwan hoping to win support from the new Trump administration as mainland China continues to apply military pressure on the island.

5 days ago·Hong Kong

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Firstpost News

Taiwan in talks for multi-billion-dollar US arms deal to counter China’s threats

Taiwan plans to propose a special defense budget that prioritises precision ammunition, air-defense upgrades, command and control systems, equipment for the reserve forces and anti-drone technology, a third source familiar with the matter said.

5 days ago·Mumbai, India

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