The US State Department has approved a significant $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan . The package includes advanced surface-to-air missile ...
The US State Department has approved a significant $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan.
The package includes advanced surface-to-air missile systems (NASAMS) and radar systems.
NASAMS is a distributed and networked short- to medium-range ground-based air defense system developed by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Raytheon
This move could further escalate tensions with China, which views Taiwan as a part of its territory.
The US, while not officially recognizing Taiwan, is a key supporter and arms supplier to the island.
China has consistently opposed US arms sales to Taiwan and has warned against any actions that could undermine its sovereignty claims.
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