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Back to EpisodesTaiwan's Defense Minister Warns of China's Military Buildup
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Taiwans Defense Minister, Wellington Koo, warns of Chinas military buildup, emphasizing the need for strong deterrence to deter potential attacks. US intelligence suggests China isnt planning an invasion by 2027, but regular military exercises around Taiwan keep tensions high. Koo proposes boosting Taiwans defenses to lower Beijings aggression. Taiwans President, Lai Ching-te, aims to spend an extra $40 billion on defense, but opposition lawmakers are holding it up. Lai recently toured Taiwans first home-built submarine, set to enhance the islands defenses amid rising tensions.
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