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KMT splits widen over Taiwan defence spending

The Kuomintang faces internal splits over a proposed NT$1.25 trillion special defence budget ahead of local elections.
WHO: Raymond Greene
WHAT: The KMT’s internal divisions over defence spending widened amid US pressure over the proposed special defence budget.
WHEN: May 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: The party faced growing pressure from the United States over its response to the proposed special defence budget.

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