US Approves $228M Military Sale to Taiwan for F-16V Fighter Jet Parts

The deal aims to bolster Taiwan's combat readiness amid escalating tensions with China.

The US State Department approved the sale of spare parts and equipment for Taiwan's F-16V fighter jets, valued at $228 million.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense expects the arms package to become effective within a month, enhancing the safety and readiness of its aircraft.
China has ramped up military and political pressure on Taiwan, employing gray-zone tactics that stop short of actual combat.
The spare parts will be transferred from U.S. government stock and integrated into Taiwan's military without difficulty, according to the State Department.
The United States remains Taiwan's most significant arms supplier and supporter, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties.