NewzTaiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved the government's general budget for 2026 on Friday, August 15, following a record delay of 266 days. The newly passed spending plan includes dedicated funding for a key drone program aimed at bolstering the island's defense capabilities.
The approval concludes a protracted legislative standoff over state finances. The inclusion of the drone initiative highlights the strategic defense priorities embedded within the government's financial planning as the island addresses regional security challenges.
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