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Taiwan Unveils T-Dome Defense System Amid China Tensions

10/10/2025

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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced the T-Dome defense system on National Day to counter threats from China.
Lai pledged defense spending to exceed 3% of GDP next year and reach 5% by 2030.
The T-Dome is a multi-layered air defense system inspired by Israel's Iron Dome.
Lai called on China to renounce force amid escalating tensions.

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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced the T-Dome defense system on National Day to counter threats from China.
Lai pledged defense spending to exceed 3% of GDP next year and reach 5% by 2030.
The T-Dome is a multi-layered air defense system inspired by Israel's Iron Dome.
Lai called on China to renounce force amid escalating tensions.