Biden approves $567 million in defense aid for Taiwan

U.S. President Joe Biden has approved $567 million in defense support for Taiwan, according to the White House. This funding aims to strengthen Taiwan's military amid increasing tensions with China. The U.S. remains Taiwan's key military supporter despite lacking formal diplomatic ties. China has consistently urged the U.S. to halt arms sales to Taiwan, which it claims as its territory. Biden's decision allows the Secretary of State to manage the drawdown of defense resources for Taiwan. This follows previous U.S. aid efforts, including a recent law providing support for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.