U.S. Offers $5.85B In Arms To Taiwan, Doesn't Rule Out Future Sales

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Following an announcement of a proposed $5.85 billion deal with Taiwan that includes upgrades to the country's F-16A/B fleet, U.S. officials said future fighter jet sales are under consideration. "No decisions have been made on selling new F-16C/D aircraft at this time," a senior administration official said today. "It is still under consideration and we are aware of Taiwan's request in this regard." The United States and Taiwan will continue to consider a potential F-16C/D sale "in the context of our discussions about Taiwan's overall defense needs," the official continued.