Sat Dec 21 06:54:12 UTC 2024: ## US Bolsters Taiwan’s Defenses Amid Rising Chinese Pressure
**Washington, D.C. –** The United States has announced a significant increase in military support for Taiwan, providing $571.3 million in defense articles, services, and training. This comes alongside the State Department’s approval of a $265 million sale of command, control, communications, and computer modernization equipment. An additional $30 million in parts for 76 mm autocannons was also approved to enhance Taiwan’s ability to counter China’s “grey-zone warfare” tactics.
The move underscores the U.S.’s commitment to Taiwan’s self-defense, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties and Beijing’s strong objections. China, which claims Taiwan as its own territory, has intensified military activities around the island, including recent large-scale naval deployments. Taiwan’s defense ministry expressed gratitude for the U.S. support, emphasizing the continued collaboration on security issues to maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait. The U.S. action is consistent with its legal obligation to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself.
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