Overview
- Defence Minister Wellington Koo said Taiwan has received no information indicating a slowdown and understands the U.S. internal review is on schedule.
- Reuters has reported that a major package worth about $14 billion, including advanced interceptor missiles, is prepared for President Donald Trump’s approval.
- Trump said he is seeking to postpone his early April visit to China by about a month because of the Iran war, a development that could influence timing.
- The United States has not formally unveiled a second package after announcing an $11 billion sale in December.
- China continues to oppose U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, with Xi Jinping urging “prudence,” as Taiwan and regional partners watch U.S. force shifts to the Middle East with concern.