US EditionSenior U.S. senator expects joint weapons production with Taiwan
Senator Wicker anticipates collaborative weapons manufacturing with Taiwan, focusing on drones and innovation, reinforcing defense ties despite trade tensions and Beijing's opposition.
- US Senator Roger Wicker, a strong supporter of Taiwan, said he expects future joint US-Taiwanese weapons production.
- Wicker noted that US-Taiwan defense ties will not be affected by ongoing trade talks.
- A Taiwan official said co-production of weapons is "very important" for the island amid tensions with China.
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U.S. senator sees feasibility of joint arms production with Taiwan
The U.S. and Taiwan could feasibly manufacture weapons jointly, according to Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker, in remarks that risk angering and escalating tensions with China.
Senator Wicker Backs Joint Weapons Production With Taiwan
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, signaled strong support for future joint weapons production with Taiwan—including drones—during his visit to Taipei this weekend. His remarks underline deepening defense collaboration between the U.S. and Taiwan amid rising pressure from Beijing. Wicker conveyed confidence in Washington and Taipei’s ability to co-develop military systems, noting, “I think there’s going t…
Senior U.S. senator expects joint weapons production with Taiwan
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, chairman of the powerful Senate Armed Services Committee and a strong advocate for Taiwan, said on Saturday he thought there would be future joint U.S.-Taiwanese weapons production, something Taipei has pushed for.
Senior Republican Senator Expects Joint Weapons Production With Taiwan
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, chairman of the powerful Senate Armed Services Committee and a strong advocate for Taiwan, said on Saturday he thought there would be future joint U.S.-Taiwanese weapons production, something Taipei has pushed for.The United States is Taiwan’s most important international backer and weapons supplier despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties, though since President Donald Trump took office earlier this year no new arms…
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