Trump Approves $17B Arms Package for Taiwan

0:00Today is March 13th. Here's what's making headlines worldwide. A major U.S. arms package for Taiwan is ready for President Trump's approval. It includes advanced air defense missiles like PAC-3 and NASA systems. Officials say everything is set and it could be announced right after his trip to Beijing from March 31st to April 2nd. The timing lines up with Trump's meeting with China's President Xi Jinping. Beijing claims Taiwan as his territory and as urged caution on arms sales. Still, the White House seems set to keep or boost military support even amid trade talks. In Taipei, this news brings some relief after worries about the summit. Taiwan sources say Washington has given repeated assurances of backing. China's foreign ministry, meanwhile, firmly opposes the sales as it always does. Trump's approvals for Taiwan weapons in his second term already taught what President Biden Greenlit over four years. That includes an $11 billion package last December with missiles, drones, and more.

1:03U.S. strategy calls for deterring conflict by maintaining a strong edge. Another $6 billion in defense gear is also lined up for approval, possibly in related deals. A senior U.S. official confirms sales are moving forward with no policy shift. Taiwan's defense ministry notes preliminary talks are done and deliveries are on track. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more. Do not just fall asleep. Drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.