TAIPEI (Reuters) — Taiwan plans to boost defense spending by a fifth next year, surpassing 3% of gross domestic product, as it invests billions more in new equipment to better face down China and convince the United States it takes seriously calls to bolster its military.
Premier says plan shows ‘concrete determination’ to defend sovereignty, security
A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is positioned at a park during Taiwan’s annual Han Kuang military exercise in Taichung on July 12. © Reuters
August 21, 2025 15:32 JST
