A major US arms package for Taiwan, including advanced interceptor missiles, is ready for President Donald Trump's approval and could be signed after his trip to China this month.
The $14 billion deal would be the largest ever for the democratically governed island, which faces rising military pressure from China.
Despite concerns that Trump might curb US military support for Taiwan, the queued arms approval suggests the administration plans to maintain or increase support.
The package largely consists of PAC-3 and NASAMS air defense missiles, with another $6 billion in 'asymmetric' defense capabilities awaiting approval.
US administrations have timed weapons approvals for Taiwan around sensitive political engagement with Beijing, and analysts say this deal is no exception.
