Taiwan urges quick approval of $14bn US arms sale package
Taiwan's President William Lai Ching-te has urged the United States to approve a $14bn arms sale package as soon as possible, as Taipei seeks to strengthen deterrence amid continued pressure from China. Speaking in Taipei on Thursday, Lai also repeated that Taiwan rejects unification with China and said any talks should be based on "parity and respect". The comments come while the package remains under US review.Lai said Taiwan would continue close communication with Washington and hoped the purchases could be approved quickly. He said Taiwan's refusal to accept unification or rule by the Chinese Communist Party should not be... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 11:32 LONDON
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