Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2018-03-15

Defense Minister Yen Teh-fa said Thursday that the ministry has not formally sent a

Defense minister Yen Teh-fa said Thursday that the ministry has not formally sent a request to the United States to buy F-35 fighter jets. (CNA photo)

request to the United States to buy F-35 fighter jets. Yen was answering questions at the Legislature.

Yen said the Air Force needs F-35 planes for combat purposes. But he said his office has not formally put in a request to the United States. Lawmakers repeatedly asked Yen for clarification on the issue.

Foreign ministry official Chen Li-kuo said his office will continue to talk with the US about Taiwan’s air defense needs as Taiwan faces threats from China.    [FULL  STORY]