China vows 'countermeasures' over $2 billion US arms deal with Taiwan
Sunday, 27 October 2024 () China has strongly condemned the US's approval of a $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan, promising countermeasures to defend its sovereignty. The Pentagon's package includes an advanced missile system used in Ukraine. China urges the US to halt such actions to maintain peace, while Taiwan asserts its right to defend itself.
Taipei residents go about their daily lives, despite China's announcement of new military drills, with ships and planes being deployed around Taiwan. "I won't panic," says engineer Benjamin Hsiao,..
Taiwan's National Day saw President Lai reaffirm Taiwan's sovereignty and call for peace, with celebrations focused on speeches and performances amid rising tensions with China.
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Sunday, 27 October 2024 ()
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