U.S. sends new military package to Taiwan valued at $385 million

The Biden administration approved a proposed sale of a new weapons package to Taiwan valued at $385 million. This new military shipment contains combat aircraft parts, radar systems and communications equipment.

As reported by the U.S. Defense and Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) under the Department of Defense (DOD), this package will help its ally upgrade its combat fleet in response to the growing threat from China.

"The proposed sale will improve the recipient's ability to meet current and future threats while maintaining the operational readiness of its fleet of F-16 aircraft," the DSCA said in a statement reported by AFP.

Specifically, the package of F-16 parts sold to Taiwan is valued at $320 million, while the remaining supplies are priced at $65 million.

The United States does not maintain official diplomatic representation in Taiwan, but it has established liaison channels to uphold its bilateral relationship and communicate with the Taiwanese government. This connection is evident in Washington's support for Taipei in the face of China's ongoing threat to invade the island.

From Beijing, Xi Jinping's regime continues to regard Taiwan as part of its territory. In recent years, China has frequently deployed ships and fighter jets for exercises near Taiwanese shores.