Event Brief
UPDATED May 8, 2026 at 8:04 PM ET
May 8, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
Taiwan Parliament approves $25 billion defence spending bill
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Taiwan’s parliament approved a $25 billion defence spending bill amid disputes over improving capabilities against China.
WHO: Taiwanese lawmakers
WHAT: Approval of a $25 billion defence spending bill
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 11:32 AM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: The bill is intended to improve defence capabilities against a potential attack by China.
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