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Ma Urges Weapons Sale to Twn
2010/08/21 06:45 綜合報導     地區:台北市報導

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I am Cary Chuo.

President Ma Ying-jeou urged Washington to consider the sale of new F-16 fighter jets to Taiwan during a meeting with US Senator Roland Burris this week. The president emphasized that the aim of purchasing new jets is not to wage wars, but to strengthen the island's defense capabilities.

Although cross-strait relations have strengthened and stabilized since President Ma Ying-jeou entered office, a recent U.S. military report reveals that the military arms gap between Taiwan and China is widening.

While meeting with visiting Illinois Senator Roland Burris, President Ma Ying-jeou called on Washington to sell Taiwan F-16C/D fighter jets to balance out the military arms gap.

Ma reiterated that the acquisitions are aimed at boosting Taiwan's defensive capabilities, rather than starting a war.

National security was also the main focus at a recent Ministry of National Defense-sponsored forum.

According to experts, China has increased its military might in the South China Sea and other areas in the region and has the ability to take military action against every nation in Asia.

Experts also say that the U.S. needs to reassess its strategic military policies in Asia in light of China's sudden emergence.

Ma's calls show that national defense remains one of his top priorities despite strengthening cross-strait ties, while the purchase of arms from the U.S. are indicative of the continued military cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S.

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