Taiwan’s Latest US Arms Deal ‘Bolsters’ Self-Defense Capabilities

Taiwanese sailors salute the island's flag on the deck of the Panshih supply ship after taking part in annual drills, at the Tsoying naval base in Kaohsiung on Jan. 31, 2018. Mandy Cheng/AFP via Getty Images

The Taiwanese government on Thursday welcomed its third arms deal this year with the United States.

Taiwan’s Presidential Office spokesperson Xavier Chang said the deal involves the purchase of naval equipment and related technical assistance worth $120 million.