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Trump's Approval Needed for $14B Taiwan Arms Deal

3/17/2026

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  • The US arms package for Taiwan, valued at US$14 billion, awaits approval from U.S. President Donald Trump, potentially after his China trip.
  • Taiwan Defence Minister Wellington Koo says the internal review for a second arms sale is on schedule.
  • Taiwan coordinates with the United States despite concerns about Trump's trade negotiations with China.
  • Delivery of 102 PAC-3 missiles from Lockheed Martin is expected this year, and Taiwan remains vigilant amid the Iran war.