BLUF
Taiwan has announced a $40 billion defence budget for 2026–2033 to boost military capabilities, including missiles, drones, and air defence, aiming to strengthen deterrence against China and raise spending to 5% of GDP by 2030.Learning Outcomes
- Explain Taiwan’s strategic rationale for increasing defence spending.
- Identify key components and objectives of Taiwan’s defence modernisation plan.
- Assess how this decision affects Taiwan’s relations with China and the United States.
