US disappointed in Taiwan's smaller defense budget, official says - Reuters

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With a record defense budget stalled in Taiwan's legislature, some fear the delay could affect US support for the country. But efforts are underway to resolve the deadlock and usher the budget through.

After months of urging Taipei to approve a special defense budget, the U.S. welcomed the passage of a US$25 billion package but warned that delays to other military projects could weaken Taiwan’s defenses against China.

Three US senators posted on social media saying that Taiwan's opposition is blocking a special defense budget needed to bolster the country's defense in the face of Chinese aggression.

美國國務院表示，進一步延後對其他已規劃的防衛能力提供經費，就是對中國共產黨的讓步。

美國國務院表示，進一步延後對其他已規劃的防衛能力提供經費，就是對中國共產黨的讓步。

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A senior U.S. official expressed disappointment over Taiwan's parliament approving a defense budget lower than what Washington believes is necessary, stating that some essential items were omitted.