defence budget will cripple

But with the Trump administration potentially introducing extra levies on all imports, including Taiwanese products, the island’s export-oriented economic prospects look uncertain. The Legislative Yuan’s recent freeze of Taiwan’s defence budget will cripple Taiwan even more in financing its own defence. Economic growth and strong national defence complement each other. While a resilient economy could sustain national defense expenditure in the long run, a strong defensive capability will improve business confidence and promote economic prosperity. Without either of them, Taiwan would risk having a bleak future. สล็อตเว็บตรง