Taiwan proposes a record $35B defense budget for 2027 as China’s military pressure grows
Summary
Taiwan has proposed its highest-ever defense budget of $35 billion for 2027. The increase aims to strengthen Taiwan’s military as China continues to apply pressure with frequent military activities nearby.Key Facts
- Taiwan’s proposed defense budget for 2027 is 1.12 trillion Taiwan dollars, about $35 billion.
- The budget marks an 18% increase from last year.
- Defense spending would exceed 3% of Taiwan’s expected GDP next year.
- Taiwan’s government plans to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2030.
- China has regularly sent military planes and ships near Taiwan and conducts large military exercises.
- Taiwan recently increased the scale of its Han Kuang military drills, including reservists and civilians.
- The U.S. supports Taiwan by encouraging higher defense spending and supplying arms, despite not having formal diplomatic ties.
- Taiwan’s overall 2026 budget approval was delayed 266 days by the opposition-controlled legislature.
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