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Taiwan Boosts Defense Budget Amid Rising China Threats

11/27/2025

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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced plans to prepare for combat within two years, targeting 2027, due to threats from China.
He unveiled a $40 billion defense budget to boost missiles, drones, and cooperation with the United States.
Lai warned that compromise could lead to war while pursuing a high level of combat preparedness by 2027.
Taiwan rejects China's claim over the island and its 'one country, two systems' model.

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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced plans to prepare for combat within two years, targeting 2027, due to threats from China.
He unveiled a $40 billion defense budget to boost missiles, drones, and cooperation with the United States.
Lai warned that compromise could lead to war while pursuing a high level of combat preparedness by 2027.
Taiwan rejects China's claim over the island and its 'one country, two systems' model.