Taiwan is set to increase its defense budget by 7.7% next year, a rate that exceeds its expected economic growth. This decision comes as the island seeks to enhance its military capabilities in response to escalating tensions with China. The additional funds will be allocated towards acquiring more fighter jets and missiles, aiming to strengthen Taiwan's deterrence capabilities. This move mirrors China's own defense spending increase of 7.2% this year, highlighting the growing military competition in the region. Taiwan's government is prioritizing its defense to safeguard against the rising threat from Beijing, signaling a significant shift in its strategic priorities.
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About time Taiwan ramps up its defense spending, a strong military is the only language bullies like China understand.
Pouring more money into military spending just escalates tensions without addressing the root causes of the conflict with China; we should be investing in peace, not war.
Escalating military budgets on both sides only move us further from the peace and understanding we truly need to resolve such conflicts.
Taiwan's decision to ramp up its defense budget is just a provocative move that ignores the historical and undeniable fact that Taiwan is part of China.
It's about time Taiwan took serious steps to beef up our defense against China's aggressive stance. Investing more in fighter jets and missiles is a strong move to ensure our island can stand its ground and protect our sovereignty.
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Taiwan Increases Defense Budget Amid Rising Tensions with China
Taiwan plans a 7.7% increase in defense spending next year, surpassing projected economic growth. The heightened budget aims to bolster deterrence against China, including new jets and missiles. This move comes amid China's increased military pressure on the island,
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Taiwan defense spending to outpace GDP growth as China threat rises
China in March announced a 7.2% rise in defense spending for this year to $234.10 billion outpacing the economic growth target of around 5% for 2024, though accounting for only some 1.3% of GDP according to analysts.
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Taiwan defense spend to outpace GDP growth as China threat rises
TAIPEI >> Taiwan’s defence spending will rise 7.7% next year, outpacing expected economic growth, the cabinet said on Thursday, as the island adds more fighter jets and missiles to strengthen deterrence against a rising threat from Beijing.
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