Taiwan balances arms acquisition with Ukraine support.
Taiwanese Defense Authorities Call for Accelerated Delivery of U.S. Weapons
Taiwanese defense authorities are urgently requesting the expedited delivery of U.S. weapons in response to increasing military pressure from China. During the US-Taiwan Defence Industry Conference, Taiwanese Vice Defense Minister Hsu Yen-pu emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination between U.S. and Taiwanese defense industries to strengthen Taiwan’s defense capabilities.
Recognizing the Impact of the Russian-Ukraine War
Amid discussions about arming both Taiwan and Ukraine, Taiwanese officials have expressed their support for sustaining the Ukrainian war effort. They believe that Ukraine’s success in deterring Chinese aggression has bolstered Taiwan’s case for receiving weapons. Hudson Institute senior fellow Bryan Clark stated that Taiwanese officials view Ukraine’s situation as beneficial in dissuading potential Chinese aggression.
Revealing the Weaknesses in Western Defense Manufacturing Capacity
The ongoing full-scale war in Ukraine has exposed the limitations of Western defense manufacturing capacity due to a lack of large-scale use. Sen. Roger Wicker highlighted the need to acknowledge the insufficiency and sluggishness of the industrial base. This sentiment is shared among Republicans and internationally, with Sen. Jerry Moran emphasizing the wake-up call provided by Ukraine’s example.
Taiwan’s Contribution to Strengthening the Industrial Base
Taiwan aims to contribute to the effort of revving up the industrial base by empowering more Taiwanese defense companies and contractors to produce and offer maintenance services for U.S.-bought weapon systems. This would not only expedite arms deliveries to Taiwan but also enhance the integration of the two countries’ defense industries, ultimately bolstering Taiwan’s defense self-reliance and resilience.
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The recent Russian-Ukraine war has drawn attention to the issue of arming both Taiwan and Ukraine. Taiwanese officials have expressed their support for sustaining the Ukrainian war effort, believing that Ukraine’s success in deterring Chinese aggression has strengthened Taiwan’s case for receiving weapons. Hudson Institute senior fellow Bryan Clark stated that Taiwanese officials see Ukraine’s situation as a deterrent to potential Chinese aggression.
The ongoing full-scale war in Ukraine has shed light on the weaknesses in Western defense manufacturing capacity due to a lack of large-scale use. Senator Roger Wicker has highlighted the need to acknowledge the insufficiency and sluggishness of the industrial base. This sentiment is shared among Republicans and internationally, with Senator Jerry Moran emphasizing the wake-up call provided by Ukraine’s example.
In response, Taiwan aims to contribute to the effort of bolstering the industrial base by empowering more Taiwanese defense companies and contractors to produce and offer maintenance services for U.S.-bought weapon systems. This approach would not only expedite arms deliveries to Taiwan but also enhance the integration of the two countries’ defense industries, ultimately strengthening Taiwan’s defense self-reliance and resilience.
The push for accelerated delivery of U.S. weapons reflects Taiwan’s recognition of the increasing military pressure from China. By strengthening its defense capabilities through collaboration with the United States, Taiwan aims to deter aggression and maintain stability in the region. The recognition of the impact of the Russian-Ukraine war and the revelation of weaknesses in Western defense manufacturing capacity further highlights the urgency for Taiwan to secure the necessary military support. With the acceleration of weapon deliveries and the enhancement of the industrial base, Taiwan seeks to bolster its defense capabilities and reinforce its stance as a resilient and self-reliant nation.
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