NewzTaiwan’s Cabinet is set to propose a defense budget for 2027 that reflects a 16% annual increase. This proposal marks a significant milestone, as the total expenditure is projected to exceed 1 trillion New Taiwan dollars, or approximately 31 billion U.S. dollars, for the first time.
In-depth summary · AI, neutralTaiwan’s 2027 defense spending to rise 16%, official media reports
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