US approves $2 Billion arms deal to Taiwan

The U.S. Department of Defense has approved a $2 billion arms package for Taiwan.

The deal, which includes three National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS), represents the first time Taiwan will receive these advanced air defense systems—proven in the Ukrainian conflict as effective against a range of aerial threats.

This deal reflects the U.S. commitment to supporting Taiwan’s security amid heightened regional concerns.

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The NASAMS systems will be delivered with the advanced AMRAAM Extended Range missiles, capable of engaging targets at medium range with high precision.

With Taiwan’s growing emphasis on bolstering its defensive capabilities, the acquisition of NASAMS offers the island a credible counter to potential aerial incursions.

Initially designed as a joint project by Raytheon Technologies and Norway’s Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, NASAMS has gained attention for its success on the battlefields in Ukraine, where it has effectively countered both fixed-wing aircraft and ballistic missiles. The system’s performance in the European theater has served as a powerful example of its strategic value in high-stakes scenarios.

The U.S. commitment to Taiwan, outlined in the Taiwan Relations Act, mandates the provision of defensive arms to the island. The latest NASAMS sale aligns with this policy, particularly as regional security remains tense and potential incursions from Chinese forces persist as a concern for Taipei.

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