Taiwan doubles down on defense buildup, eyes Trump-Ukraine row 'carefully'

Security chief tells forum Taipei 'did not steal anything,' after White House chip criticism

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Taiwan's armed forces use a U.S.-made M60A3 tank in a drill at a base in Taitung in January 2024. © Reuters

THOMPSON CHAU

TAIPEI -- Top Taiwanese officials have doubled down on vows to boost defense spending and increase imports from the U.S. as they host a high-profile international security summit, amid escalating rows between U.S. President Donald Trump and traditional partners including Ukraine's leader.

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