From The Japan Times · Kate Sullivan · · 50s
Taiwan Envoy Pushes Trump on Arms Sale
Taiwan's envoy urges Trump to fast-track $14 billion arms deal amid China tensions.
In brief
Taiwan's envoy urges Trump to fast-track $14 billion arms deal amid China tensions. Taiwan's representative to the U.S. insists Trump will approve additional weapons sales despite concerns over U.S. commitment to Taiwan due to Trump's outreach to China. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Taiwan's envoy
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. projects confidence Trump will approve additional weapons sales to the self-governing island.
Expected $14 billion arms package
Taiwan has been waiting for a $14 billion arms package from the United States.
Yui's confidence
Alexander Yui said the United States understands the threat Taiwan faces and will provide necessary equipment.
Trump's China outreach
Trump's efforts to woo Chinese President Xi Jinping have raised uncertainty about U.S. commitment to Taiwan.
Air defense focus
Air defenses make up a substantial share of the proposed $14 billion arms package.
The main idea
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. insists Trump will approve additional weapons sales despite concerns over U.S. commitment to Taiwan due to Trump's outreach to China.
