Taiwan seeks greater defense spending amid lessons from Ukraine

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First seen: Aug 21, 2026, 11:31 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 22, 2026, 2:47 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

Taiwan is considering increased defense spending and preparations in response to the security challenge posed by China, drawing lessons from the war in Ukraine.

SO WHAT?

Higher military spending and preparations could intensify cross-Strait tensions.

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Aug 22, 2026, 8:46 AM UTC

elmundo.eses

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