Washington Approves Largest Arms Sale to Taiwan in US History Amid China Tensions

The US government has approved a series of potential Foreign Military Sales cases for Taiwan, totaling an estimated $11 billion-worth of defense equipment. The transactions would reportedly be the largest arms sale to Taiwan in US history, including rocket systems, aerial drones, and howitzers. According to Breaking Defense, the proposed sales serve US national, economic, and security interests by supporting Taiwan’s efforts to modernize its armed forces and maintain a credible defensive capability. China has strongly condemned the move, saying it grossly violates the one-China principle and undermines regional stability. The potential sales have been officially notified to Congress, but lawmakers also have the opportunity to step in to halt the sales.