The US government has unveiled a new package that provides Taiwan with 345 million dollars in military aid.
The administration of US President Joe Biden announced the aid on Friday, which includes defense supplies from US military's stockpiles, as well as military education and training.
The Associated Press cited unnamed US officials as saying the defense supplies will include man-portable air defense systems, or MANPADS, along with firearms and missiles.
US media are reporting this is the first time for Taiwan to receive such equipment directly from existing US military stockpiles.
The scheme will help Taiwan quickly boost its defense capabilities.
The US administration has been increasing its arms sales to Taiwan amid China's increasing military buildup.
The administration of US President Joe Biden announced the aid on Friday, which includes defense supplies from US military's stockpiles, as well as military education and training.
The Associated Press cited unnamed US officials as saying the defense supplies will include man-portable air defense systems, or MANPADS, along with firearms and missiles.
US media are reporting this is the first time for Taiwan to receive such equipment directly from existing US military stockpiles.
The scheme will help Taiwan quickly boost its defense capabilities.
The US administration has been increasing its arms sales to Taiwan amid China's increasing military buildup.
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The U.S. government announced a $345 million aid package for Taiwan, providing defense supplies from military stockpiles, education, and training. This includes MANPADS, firearms, and missiles, marking the first time such equipment is given directly from existing U.S. military stockpiles. The move
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20230730_02/
Date: July 30, 2023
Created: 2023/07/30 09:34
Updated: 2025/12/09 01:29
Last Read: 2023/07/30 20:51