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February 9, 2022

U.S. Approves $100 Million Military Sale to Taiwan
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The Biden administration has approved a possible $100 million sale of
military equipment and services to Taiwan, including its Patriot missile
defense system. The main suppliers are Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.
China condemned the news, which comes amid ongoing tensions between
Beijing and Washington, and between Beijing and Taipei.


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