Thousands rally in Taiwan to boost defence spending amid China tensions
Thousands of people rallied in Taipei to advocate for increased defense spending in response to rising tensions with China. This demonstration follows a statement from a US military official regarding a pause in a significant arms sale to Taiwan. Protesters emphasized the need for stronger deterrence against potential military threats from China.
- ▪Thousands rallied in Taipei to support higher defense spending.
- ▪The protest was prompted by a US military official's announcement about pausing a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan.
- ▪Demonstrators called for stronger deterrence amid increasing military pressure from China.
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Toggle PlayThousands rally in Taiwan to boost defence spending amid China tensionsNewsFeedThousands rally in Taiwan to boost defence spending amid China tensionsThousands rallied in Taipei in support of higher defence spending after a US military official said Washington is pausing a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to conserve munitions for its war on Iran. The protest comes as Taiwan faces growing military pressure from China, which considers the self-ruled island its own territory, with demonstrators urging stronger deterrence.Published On 23 May 202623 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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