US Greenlights $2 Billion Arms Deal With Taiwan, Featuring Advanced Missile Defense

The United States approved the arms deal with Taiwan, which includes radar upgrades and the first advanced surface-to-air missile system.

Taiwanese soldiers salute during National Day celebrations in front of the Presidential Building in Taipei, Taiwan, on Oct. 10, 2021. Chiang Ying-ying/AP Photo

The United States has approved a nearly $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including two radar upgrade packages and, for the first time ever, an advanced surface-to-air missile system that has been battle-tested in Ukraine.

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced the deal on Oct. 25, marking the largest single military sale to Taiwan during President Joe Biden’s administration and the 17th overall since 2021.