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US Prioritizes Taiwan Defense Amid China Threats, Arms Deliveries Begin

3/25/2026

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Taiwan Defence Minister Wellington Koo announced on March 25 that the United States is prioritizing support for Taiwan amid threats from China.
Deliveries of ordered weapons have started, despite delays, including a 2019 order for 66 Lockheed Martin F-16V fighters.
The United States has established a special project team to expedite these deliveries.
The United States is legally obligated to assist Taiwan, making arms sales a contentious issue with Beijing.

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Taiwan Defence Minister Wellington Koo announced on March 25 that the United States is prioritizing support for Taiwan amid threats from China.
Deliveries of ordered weapons have started, despite delays, including a 2019 order for 66 Lockheed Martin F-16V fighters.
The United States has established a special project team to expedite these deliveries.
The United States is legally obligated to assist Taiwan, making arms sales a contentious issue with Beijing.