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Taiwan’s president pushes $40B defense budget amid China tensions, backed by U.S., opposed by opposition.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te urged the opposition-controlled parliament to pass a $40 billion special defense budget, warning delays could weaken the island’s defense against China amid rising tensions.
The defense minister echoed concerns, stressing the budget is vital for regional security and Taiwan’s credibility with allies.
The Kuomintang opposes the plan, demanding scrutiny and favoring a smaller, itemized approach, while its vice chairman recently visited Beijing.
Lai said the buildup is defensive, aimed at protecting Taiwan’s way of life, and emphasized unity on national security.
The U.S. supports the budget and recently approved an $11.1 billion arms package, angering China, which views Taiwan as its own territory and opposes foreign arms sales.
El presidente de Taiwán empuja un presupuesto de defensa de $40 mil millones en medio de las tensiones con China, respaldado por los EE.UU., al que se opone la oposición.