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Biden Approves $571 Million Military Assistance for Taiwan Ahead of January Inauguration of Trump

Dec 21, 2024, 03:09 AM

U.S. President Joe Biden has approved $571.3 million in military assistance for Taiwan, as confirmed by the White House. This decision comes as Biden prepares to leave office ahead of the January inauguration of Donald Trump. The assistance is part of ongoing U.S. support for Taiwan, which is not officially recognized diplomatically by the U.S. but is considered a strategic ally. The aid package includes various military capabilities aimed at enhancing Taiwan's defense posture amidst regional tensions.