U.S. House Passes Defense Appropriations Bill With US$500 Million For Taiwan

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed its 2026 defense appropriations bill, which includes US$500 million for Taiwan.

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00:00The U.S. House of Representatives has just passed its 2026 Defense Appropriations Bill,

00:06which includes 500 million U.S. dollars allocated for Taiwan.

00:10The funds can be used to boost Taiwan's ability to defend itself,

00:14including for weapons purchases and military training.

00:18This comes as Taiwan faces threats from China,

00:20which sees Taiwan as its territory and has said it will take by force if necessary.

00:25The funds still need approval by the U.S. Senate to be granted.

00:30The U.S. Senate to be granted.