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Taiwan proposes record defense budget amid pressure from China
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First seen: Aug 20, 2026, 7:16 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 20, 2026, 7:16 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Taiwan has proposed a record defense budget worth tens of billions of dollars to counter pressure from China.
SO WHAT?
The proposal reflects heightened cross-Strait security tensions and could contribute to further regional strategic escalation.
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