US Defence Leaders Push for Deeper Commercial Cooperation with Taiwan
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US defence industry leaders advocate for increased commercial cooperation with Taiwan to enhance its military capabilities amid growing Chinese pressure, while addressing concerns over US arms sales being used as a negotiating chip with Beijing.
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Taiwan seeks to bolster military deterrence against China's growing pressure.
US defence industry leaders are pushing for deeper commercial cooperation with Taiwan to strengthen its military capabilities, as the island seeks faster ways to bolster deterrence amid Beijing’s mounting military pressure. Speaking at the Taiwan-US Defence Industry Forum in Taipei on Thursday, retired US General Charles Flynn and senior American executives sought to assuage concerns on the island after US President Donald Trump recently described arms sales to Taiwan as a “good negotiating chip” in dealings with Beijing. Several American defence contractors said direct commercial sales (DCS) could give Taiwan greater flexibility in acquiring certain military capabilities and in some cases help hasten procurement. The debate has gained urgency as Taiwan faces a backlog of more than US$20 billion in approved US weapons deliveries. Beijing sees Taiwan as part of China to be reunited by force if necessary.
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Increased defence cooperation may escalate tensions with China.
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- Will the proposed cooperation face opposition from Beijing?
