In a significant move‚ US approved a two-billion-dollar defense package for Taiwan (which includes first-ever advanced anti-air missile tech). The self-governed islandʼs officials expressed their thanks for this support
The high-tech defensive equipment represents a major shift in US-Taiwan cooperation — bringing new capabilities to protect Taiwanʼs air-space. Lai Ching-te‚ the islands leader has pushed for stronger defense readiness; since his leadership began Taiwan made several military-related improvements
China sees this territory as its own and keeps showing military presence nearby: their activities include air-force fly-bys and navy movement in surrounding waters. The mainlandʼs stance hasnt changed despite international support for Taiwans independence
The defense package includes:
* Advanced surface-to-air missile systems
* High-tech radar equipment
* Military-grade communication tools
* Training and technical support
This support shows how US keeps helping Taiwan protect itself‚ while being careful about regional balance-of-power