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Taiwan president urges quick approval of US arms sale
Filed: Jun 18, 2026 at 9:05 AM ET
Summary: President William Lai Ching-te says Taiwan hopes the US arms sale package can be approved soon.
WHO: William Lai Ching-te
WHAT: Said Taiwan hopes a US arms sale package can be approved soon and reiterated a desire for talks with China based on parity and respect.
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 5:52 AM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: He made the remarks while reiterating Taiwan's desire for talks with China and hope for approval of the US arms sale package.
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