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US Approves $385 Million Arms Sale to Taiwan Amid Rising Tensions with China
The United States has approved $385 million in arms sales to Taiwan, including spare parts for F-16 fighter jets, radar systems, and tactical communications equipment, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA).
The $320 million package for F-16s and radar systems is expected to enhance Taiwan’s defense capabilities, with deliveries starting in 2025.
A separate $65 million deal includes support for a tactical communications system. Both sales were approved by the State Department and notified to Congress.
Despite no formal diplomatic ties, the US remains Taiwan’s largest arms supplier.
Taiwan’s defense ministry expressed gratitude, highlighting the boost to its air defense and combat readiness. This marks the 18th arms deal to Taiwan under President Joe Biden’s administration.
China, which considers Taiwan its territory, condemned the sale. Meanwhile, Taiwan reported increased Chinese military activity near the island, detecting aircraft, naval vessels, and balloons within 24 hours. The developments underscore growing tensions in the Taiwan Strait.
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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