Taiwan Proposes $35 Billion in Defense Spending as Drone Funding Fight Continues
The Defense Ministry would get a 23 percent increase as Taipei pushes ahead with weapons purchases and an expansion of unmanned forces.
Taiwan’s Cabinet has proposed a defense budget of approximately $35.2 billion for 2027, marking a substantial increase for the military. The majority of the funds are earmarked for weapons and military equipment purchases, including scheduled payments for procurement programs. This proposal comes as legislative debates continue regarding the specific funding mechanisms for unmanned systems.
- Taiwan’s Cabinet proposed $35.2 billion in defense spending for 2027.
- This represents a 23 percent increase for the military.
- The budget covers the Defense Ministry, Coast Guard, retirement payments, and special defense programs.
- The Defense Ministry’s allocation is about $21.7 billion.
- Approximately $8.1 billion is designated for weapons and military equipment purchases.
- Lawmakers are still debating how to fund thousands of drones and unmanned boats.
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