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Why is Taiwan’s KMT calling for the government to spend billions more on drones?
Taiwan’s Kuomintang (KMT) rejected a government spending package and proposed a higher-budget alternative to enhance military unmanned vehicle capabilities and expand the drone sector. The move highlights a cross-party consensus on the importance of unmanned systems for Taiwan’s future defense.
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