Taiwan's research reveals China spent $15.3bn on Pacific exercises in 2023, reflecting its military activity around Taiwan and neighbors.

Taiwan's internal research reveals China spent ~$15.3bn on Pacific exercises in 2023, a 7% share of its total defence budget, reflecting Beijing's investment in military activity around Taiwan & neighbors. China claims Taiwan as its own territory, not ruling out force to bring it under control. Taiwan's defense ministry research aims to gauge China's intentions & capabilities.

August 27, 2024
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