The Trump administration has approved one of its largest-ever arms packages for Taiwan, with total sales valued at up to $11 billion.
The move is intended to strengthen Taiwan’s ability to defend itself against China, but it is almost certain to provoke anger in Beijing.
The package covers a wide range of weapons and systems, including missiles, drones, artillery, and advanced battlefield software.
The most significant item is the HIMARS rocket system, which has played a major role in Ukraine’s defense against Russia.
Taiwan will also receive self-propelled howitzers and a new digital command network that allows military units to share real-time information during operations.
The United States approved $11.1 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, the largest ever US weapons package for the island which is under increasing military pressure from China https://t.co/5tmOAmiW60 pic.twitter.com/ULpMFLuxRj
— Reuters (@Reuters) December 18, 2025
U.S. officials say the final cost will likely be lower than the headline figure, depending on Taiwan’s budget and operational needs.
Taken together, the sale marks one of Washington’s most serious efforts in recent years to bolster Taiwan’s military deterrence.
Credit to Trump’s team for pushing forward an $11.1B arms sale package to Taiwan.
It’s one of the largest in history. And it’s asymmetric.
– 82 HIMARS
– 420 ATACMS
– 60 self-propelled howitzers
– UAVs
– Javelins and TOW missilesPerhaps the Trump team approach to Taiwan will… pic.twitter.com/C2E6PIpCRa
— Rush Doshi (@RushDoshi) December 18, 2025
While President Trump has previously been critical of Taiwan’s reliance on the U.S., arguing that it should contribute more for its own protection, his administration has consistently approved major arms deals.
During his first term, U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan totaled roughly $18.6 billion, compared with about $8.7 billion approved under the Biden administration.
LFG !!!!
The US has just approved a $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, the largest in its history.
This sale, including weapons such as drones, rocket systems, anti-tank missiles and software, is mostly geared toward dealing with asymmetric warfare.
The deal marks the… pic.twitter.com/DYaRBH3rJZ
— Melissa Chen (@MsMelChen) December 18, 2025
One ongoing issue for Taiwan has been delivery delays. Large weapons systems often take years to arrive, and production timelines have been stretched further by the war in Ukraine.
However, analysts say the current package would meaningfully improve Taiwan’s ability to respond to a crisis, particularly through longer-range and more precise strike capabilities.
China views Taiwan as a breakaway province that must eventually be brought under its control.
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Since President Lai Ching-te took office in 2024, Beijing has stepped up its campaign of military pressure, carrying out large-scale exercises simulating blockades and precision strikes on ports and energy facilities.
Taipei has responded by expanding its own military drills, planning new air-defense systems, and pledging an additional $40 billion in defense spending over the coming years, though parts of that plan remain stalled in parliament.
The arms sale also follows the recent easing of trade tensions between Washington and Beijing.
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