BLUF
Taiwan plans to raise its 2026 defence budget by 22.9 percent, in 2026. This increase responds to China's escalating military pressure and aligns with U.S. calls for Taiwan to bolster its defence capabilities.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand Taiwan's strategic response to China's growing military assertiveness and its implications for regional security.
- Recognize the importance of integrated defence budgeting, encompassing military, coast guard, and veterans' affairs, in modern defence strategies.
- Appreciate the role of international partnerships, particularly with the United States, in influencing national defence spending and policy decisions.
