Speaking to Washington Post on Thursday, Taiwan’s President Ma Ying-jeou said the island’s request for new F-16C/Ds and upgrading its F-16A/Bs are both complementary and not mutually conflicting.
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Taiwan F-16 upgrade package to be announced after Hu’s visit
The Obama administration will announced an upgrade package for Taiwan’s F-16A/B fighters after Chinese President Hu Jingtao’s visit.
Business leader believes F-16C/D sale to Taiwan unlikely
U.S.-Taiwan Business Council president Rupert Hammond-Chambers said at a forum that he believes the Obama administration is unlikely to sell F-16C/Ds to Taiwan.
Taiwan to fund F-16A/B upgrade
Taiwan is preparing to fund upgrades for its F-16A/B fleet in 2012. But its top priority is still to buy 66 F-16C/D fighters.
Taiwan to boost air defense
Taiwan will spend millions to boost its defenses against China’s air strikes. Besides commissioning a ballistic missile defense shield next year, work will start on building new runways and erecting an electronic safety net.
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