Joe Biden approves $571 million in defence support for Taiwan

U.S. President Joe Biden approved $571.3 million in defense support for Taiwan, with the State Department also authorizing the potential sale of $265 million worth of military equipment to the island. Despite no formal diplomatic ties, the U.S. is obligated by law to assist Taiwan in defending itself against Chinese claims of sovereignty, leading to increased tensions with Beijing over Taiwan’s rejection of China’s sovereignty claims. China has escalated military pressure on Taiwan through frequent military activities and recent naval deployments, prompting Taiwan to remain on high alert.

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