China, Taiwan and Arms Sale

China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai's US transit
China vowed "resolute countermeasures" on Sunday to a recently approved U.S. arms sale to Taiwan, and complained to the U.S. for arranging for the democratically governed island's president to transit through U.
China Vows 'Resolute Countermeasures' After US Arms Sale to Taiwan
The United States is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties between Washington and Taipei, to the constant anger
$385M U.S. Arms Sale to Taiwan Sparks New Clash with China
The United States has approved a $385 million arms sale to provide spare parts and equipment for Taiwan’s F-16 fighter jets and radar systems. This move strengthens Taiwan’s defences as tensions with China remain high.
US approves $385 million arms sale for Taiwan
The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of spare parts for F-16 jets and radars to Taiwan for an estimated $385 million, the Pentagon said on Friday, a day before Taiwan President Lai Ching-te starts a sensitive Pacific trip.
US State Dept approves potential sale of F-16 spare parts to Taiwan, Pentagon says
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential sale of spare parts for F-16 jets and radars to Taiwan for an estimated $320 million, the Pentagon said on Friday. The Pentagon said the State Department had also approved a potential sale to Taiwan of improved mobile subscriber equipment and support for an estimated $65 million.
Taiwan accuses China, Russia of heightening regional tensions
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council condemned China and Russia for heightening tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, citing ...
On Delicate Trip to U.S., Taiwan President Sends Signal to Both China and Trump
In Hawaii, Lai Ching-te indicated Taipei isn’t seeking war with China, even as it counts on U.S. support to deter Beijing.
Russia says US using Taiwan to stir crisis in Asia
The United States is using Taiwan to provoke a serious crisis in Asia, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko told ...
Taiwan’s President to Rally Tiny Pacific Allies to Counter China
Lai Ching-te is looking to shore up support from three island nations that are among a dwindling number to keep diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Taiwan Lifts 2025 GDP Forecast Despite Trump Tariff Threats
Taiwan raised its forecast for economic growth next year even though the return of US President-elect Donald Trump threatens ...
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'Obvious US interference': Russia accuses US over Asia meddling, Taiwan crisis
The US using Taiwan to provoke a serious crisis in Asia, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko told TASS news agency ...
Russia Considers Deploying Missiles to Asia
Russia's deputy foreign minister has said the country is considering deploying medium- and shorter-range missiles to Asia.
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US is using Taiwan to stir crisis in Asia, says Russia
The United States is using Taiwan to provoke a serious crisis in Asia, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko told ...
Russia accuses US of using Taiwan to stir crisis in Asia
A Moscow official says the US is increasing arms supplies to Taiwan to provoke China. Read more at straitstimes.com.
On the axis: China, Taiwan, and lessons from Israel’s conflicts
Taiwan’s modern identity, shaped by a turbulent history with mainland China, offers insights into its growing alignment with ...