Taiwan Approves Record Defense Budget Increase

Taiwan legislature approves 25% defense budget increase amid escalating Chinese military pressure

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Taiwan Approves Record Defense Budget Increase

Taiwan’s legislature approved a record 25% increase in defense spending, bringing military expenditure to 3.5% of GDP to counter growing Chinese military threats.

“This investment is necessary to maintain our defensive capabilities and deter potential aggression.”

— Defense Minister

The budget prioritizes mobile missile systems, cyber defense capabilities, and indigenous submarine production.