US arms sales pause would push Taiwan toward asymmetric-defense tech: analysts

U.S. President Donald Trump delayed a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan following a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, prompting analysts to warn this could weaken U.S. deterrence credibility and push Taiwan toward self-reliance in asymmetric defense technologies. Taiwanese officials may refocus on indigenous weapons development, including drones and anti-ship missiles, amid concerns over U.S. commitment.