Taiwan Parliament Freezes Defense Spending

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Taiwan’s divided politics undermine defense resolve as Trump returns

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Taiwan 's parliament votes to freeze billions of dollars in defense spending.

Opposition-led vote highlights domestic challenges facing Taiwan President Lai Ching-te .

Lai 's party lacks a majority in parliament, throwing doubt on his ability to pass legislation.

The US is the main ally and arms supplier of Taiwan , which China views as part of its territory.

Taiwan 's defense minister defends the freeze on defense spending.

The opposition party questions the effectiveness of investing heavily in a submarine program before the first vessel had even completed sea trials.

The islands controlled by Taipei but located just a few miles off the Chinese coast previously experienced internet outages after the same cables were damaged in 2023 .

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