Taiwan aims for defense autonomy with massive investment

Taiwan has allocated NT$400 billion (New Taiwan Dollars), equivalent to approximately US$12.5 billion, for an initiative aimed at strengthening self-sufficiency in the defense sector. This strategic investment aims to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers and promote the development of local defense technologies and capabilities.

The initiative is expected to catalyze the growth of domestic industries in the aerospace, naval, advanced systems, and cybersecurity sectors. The goal is to create a more resilient and autonomous defense ecosystem, capable of effectively responding to regional challenges.

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