Biden Approves $571 Million Defense Package for Taiwan

The U.S. bolsters Taiwan's military capabilities as tensions with China escalate over sovereignty claims and military drills.

U.S. President Joe Biden authorized $571.3 million in defense aid for Taiwan, including military articles, services, and training.
The State Department approved an additional $265 million sale of command and control modernization equipment to Taiwan’s military.
Taiwan thanked the U.S. for its continued security support, emphasizing cooperation to maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait.
China recently conducted its largest maritime drills in decades, with 90 ships deployed near Taiwan and in surrounding seas, heightening regional tensions.
Beijing condemned U.S. arms support for Taiwan, reiterating its claims of sovereignty and warning against foreign interference.