Taiwan's leader says increasing defence spending to 'deter war'

Source: The Hindu

Category: Politics

Region: General

Published: October 10, 2026 at 06:25

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President Lai Ching-te’s government has earmarked a record NT$1.1 trillion ($34.5 billion) in defence spending for 2027, which accounts for more than 3% of GDP.

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