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flag Taiwan’s president pushes $40B defense budget amid China tensions, backed by U.S., opposed by opposition.

flag 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. flag The defense minister echoed concerns, stressing the budget is vital for regional security and Taiwan’s credibility with allies. flag The Kuomintang opposes the plan, demanding scrutiny and favoring a smaller, itemized approach, while its vice chairman recently visited Beijing. flag Lai said the buildup is defensive, aimed at protecting Taiwan’s way of life, and emphasized unity on national security. flag 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.

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