The Trump administration announced more than $10 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, including medium-range missiles, HIMARS and drones, following earlier U.S. notifications that outlined an eight-part offer.The State Department said the eight proposed sales cover 82 HIMARS and 420 ATACMS missiles, 60 M109A7 howitzers, drones and military software each valued above $1 billion, plus Javelin and TOW anti-tank missiles, helicopter spare parts and Harpoon refurbishment kits.China condemned the package as a violation of diplomatic agreements while
Taiwan welcomed the aid and President
Lai Ching-te and Foreign Minister
Lin Chia-lung thanked the United States; the transfers must still clear congressional review under the
Foreign Military Sales process.
Published: 18h | Updated: 8h