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A US Congressional Research Service report highlights Taiwan's defense challenges, including political disputes over a proposed NT$1.25 trillion defense budget. The opposition parties have blocked the budget 10 times, complicating military readiness amid increased Chinese military activities.

Despite an average 5% annual increase in defense spending since 2019 and plans to reach 3.3% of GDP by 2026, legislative hurdles delay investments in military capabilities. US support includes over NT$1.23 trillion in foreign military sales from 2015 to 2025, emphasizing the need for Taiwan to adopt a more asymmetric defense strategy.