Taiwan says US understands defence needs as arms package remains stalled
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Taiwan awaits progress on a stalled 14 billion dollar arms deal with the United States.
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- Taiwan's Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi stated the United States is aware of the island's defense requirements.
- The United States currently holds a 14 billion dollar arms deal with Taiwan in a pending status.
- Donald Trump previously described this arms package as a bargaining chip following discussions with Xi Jinping.
- China continues to expand its military capabilities near Taiwan.
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Chen Ming-chi
Deputy Foreign Minister
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“the United States is well aware of Taiwan's defense needs”
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…Taiwan's Deputy Foreign Minister, Chen Ming-chi, emphasized that the United States is well aware of Taiwan's defense needs . Currently, Taiwan is waiting for a decision on a $14 billion arms deal, which the US has temporarily stalled. President Trump referred to this deal as a significant bargaining tool after his talks with Chinese leader…
Donald Trump
President
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“a significant bargaining tool”
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…that the United States is well aware of Taiwan's defense needs. Currently, Taiwan is waiting for a decision on a $14 billion arms deal, which the US has temporarily stalled. President Trump referred to this deal as a significant bargaining tool after his talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, China is continually strengthening its military prowess, creating ongoing challenges for Taiwan.…
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NamedTaiwan · United States · China · Chen Ming-chi · Donald Trump · Xi Jinping
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