Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2017-06-30
The defense ministry says US arms sales to Taiwan will help maintain cross-strait peace. Ministry
Chen said US arms sales to Taiwan will help maintain cross-strait peace.(CNA photo)
spokesperson Chen Chung-chi made the statement Friday.
It is expected that a bill governing the latest arms package will take effect a month after it is reviewed and approved by Congress.
Chen said the arms sales are crucial to long-term regional peace.
“The [arms sales] are the basis of maintaining regional stability. We must emphasize that they help strengthen the self-defense capabilities of the Republic of China and maintain cross-strait peace as well. Therefore, the defense ministry would like to express its sincere appreciation to the decision made by the US,” said Chen.
The Republic of China is Taiwan’s official name. [FULL STORY]
