The United States has signed off on $385m in new weapons sales to Taiwan, the latest sign of deepening military ties that have unsettled China.US approves $385m arms sale to Taiwan
The US expects to begin delivering the military equipment, including spare parts for fighter jets and radar systems, in 2025, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement on Friday.
This is the 18th time the Biden administration has approved arms sales to the self-ruled island, despite China’s opposition to US military support for Taiwan.
Beijing continues to claim Taiwan as its territory and has been stepping up its military presence near the island, including fighter jet flyovers and naval deployments.
Taiwan’s defense ministry expressed gratitude for the sale, saying it would help keep their F-16 fleet combat-ready and strengthen air defenses.
🇺🇸🇹🇼 US approves $385 million arms sale to Taiwan
The United States has approved the proposed sale of spare parts for fighter jets and radar systems, as well as communications equipment, to Taiwan in deals valued at $385 million, a US agency said