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Extra funds push Taiwan’s defence spending past NT$1 trillion for the first time

  • Posted on September 3, 2026
  • By South China Morning Post
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  • 1 min read
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Taiwan has reached a historic milestone by exceeding NT$1 trillion in annual defense spending through a supplementary budget allocation. The cabinet's investment strategy focuses on strengthening military capabilities through advanced missile systems, autonomous drone technology, and undisclosed defense initiatives. This substantial financial commitment reflects growing regional security concerns and Taiwan's determination to enhance its deterrence capabilities amid geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Extra funds push Taiwan’s defence spending past NT$1 trillion for the first time
Extra funds push Taiwan’s defence spending past NT$1 trillion for the first time

The island’s cabinet approves supplementary budget, with heavy investment in missiles, drones and classified programmes.
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South China Morning Post

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