$14 billion arms sale
Coverage of $14 billion arms sale in the Nexus archive.
- Taiwan needs US weapons for self-defense as threat from China grows, diplomat tells AP
Taiwan's top U.S. diplomat emphasizes the need for American weapons to defend against China's growing threat, citing a stalled $14 billion arms sale package. The Trump administration has delayed the sale, which Congress supports, while Taiwan stresses its commitment to self-defense without relying on U.S. intervention.
- Hegseth disputes claim Iran war delayed Taiwan arms sale
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disputed a claim that the Iran war delayed a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan. Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao stated the U.S. is holding off on the deal to preserve munitions stockpiles.
- Taiwan: No word from US on any weapons sale pause
Taiwan's government has not been officially notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to Taipei, despite statements from acting U.S. Navy Secretary Hung Cao about pausing some foreign military sales due to the Iran conflict. The Taiwanese authorities continue to await clarification from the United States regarding the status of the weapons sale.
- US navy chief says $14bn arms sale to Taiwan paused due to Iran war
A US Navy chief announced that a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan has been paused to prioritize munitions supplies for potential conflict with Iran. The decision was disclosed during a Senate hearing by Navy leadership.
- US navy chief says $14bn arms sale to Taiwan paused due to Iran war
A US Navy chief announced that a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan has been paused to ensure sufficient munitions are available for potential conflict with Iran. The decision was disclosed during a Senate hearing by Navy leadership.