The United States could soon offer billions of dollars in military financing for Taiwan, fast-track weapons sales and increase military coordination, as China exerts pressure on the democratically governed island.
Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comIt was not immediately clear which Taiwan provisions would make it into the final version of the NDAA, but senators and Senate aides said many would become law if the NDAA is passed as expected this year.The Taiwan bill includes $6.5 billion in grant assistance over five years to bolster Taiwan's military capabilities, and authorizes up to $2 billion in loans.
Defense analysts say increasing the two militaries’ ability to operate together would be critical in responding to any Chinese attack should the United States choose to do so, asThe bill lays out specific sanctions for the president to impose in the event of "significant escalation in aggression" against Taiwan by China, language intended to increase U.S. deterrence.
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