Taiwan's Historic Defence Budget Increase Amid Rising Tensions
Published on: Aug. 21, 2025, 8:34 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Taiwan plans a defence budget of T$949.5 billion for next year, representing 3.32% of its GDP, the highest since 2009. This decision comes as China increases military pressure and the U.S. urges Taiwan to boost its defence spending. New funding includes the coast guard as part of the defence budget.
