China Threatens Retaliation Over US $2 Billion Arms Deal with Taiwan

China has condemned a newly approved $2 billion US arms sale to Taiwan, pledging to take “all necessary measures” to protect its sovereignty. US package includes advanced missile systems aimed at bolstering Taiwan’s defenses amid increasing Chinese military maneuvers in the Asia-Pacific. This sale, part of the Biden administration’s strategy to counter China’s regional influence, was met with strong support from Taipei, which expressed gratitude for the reinforcement. China’s Foreign Ministry warned the deal damages US-China relations and regional peace, signaling potential retaliatory actions in line with its commitment to Taiwan’s “reunification.”