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U.S. Backs Taiwan's $40 Billion Defense Budget for Peace

11/26/2025

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On November 26, 2025, Raymond Greene, Director of the American Institute in Taiwan, praised President Lai Ching-te's NT$1.25 trillion (US$40 billion) defense budget.
Greene said the budget is crucial for peace in Taiwan Strait by deterring Beijing.
The funds will support U.S. arms procurements and bolster Taiwan's asymmetric defense capabilities.
Lai emphasized investments in advanced technologies and expanding the defense industrial base.
Greene reiterated U.S. backing for Taiwan's defense efforts.

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On November 26, 2025, Raymond Greene, Director of the American Institute in Taiwan, praised President Lai Ching-te's NT$1.25 trillion (US$40 billion) defense budget.
Greene said the budget is crucial for peace in Taiwan Strait by deterring Beijing.
The funds will support U.S. arms procurements and bolster Taiwan's asymmetric defense capabilities.
Lai emphasized investments in advanced technologies and expanding the defense industrial base.
Greene reiterated U.S. backing for Taiwan's defense efforts.