America arms Taiwan despite China opposition

(RT) ⸻ The US State Department has approved the proposed sale of $619 million worth of military supplies to Taiwan, including ammunition for F-16 fighter jets. The deal contains hundreds of High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missiles (HARM) and Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), as well as training missiles, guidance systems, multi-purpose launchers, spare parts, classified software, and other equipment. The Pentagon's press statement claims that the sale serves US national, economic, and security interests by supporting the recipient's continuing efforts to modernize its armed forces and to maintain a credible defensive capability. Beijing has responded to the deal by saying that it violates the 'One China' principle and undermines China's sovereignty and security interests. Before the deal is finalized, it must pass through Congress, where lawmakers will have 30 days to discuss the sale and decide whether to let it proceed.