Taiwan's leader says increasing defence spending to 'deter war'
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.
· 10/10/2026, 6:25:58 AM· 2 min read
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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