The United States has approved a nearly $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including two radar upgrade packages, and for the first time ever, an advanced surface-to-air missile system that has been battle-tested in Ukraine.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced the deal on Oct. 25, marking the largest single military sale to Taiwan during President Joe Biden’s administration and the 17th overall since 2021.
“This proposed sale serves U.S. national, economic, and security interests by supporting the recipient’s continuing efforts to modernize its armed forces and to maintain a credible defensive capability,” the DSCA said in a statement, adding that the deal would contribute to regional military balance and ensure interoperability between U.S. and Taiwanese forces….