Reported 7 months ago
On July 17, 2024, Robert O'Brien, former national security advisor under Trump, stated that Taiwan must significantly increase its defense spending, suggesting a target of at least 5% of its GDP, to counter potential threats from China. His comments echoed Trump's earlier statements regarding Taiwan's wealth and its role in global chip production, implying Taiwan should contribute more for its own defense. While O'Brien emphasized that his suggestion was a personal estimate, the call to bolster military spending highlights concerns over China's military expansion compared to Taiwan's defense capabilities.
Source: YAHOO