{"id":5870,"date":"2026-04-11T23:41:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T14:41:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allaboutenglishmastery.com\/?p=5870"},"modified":"2026-04-11T23:41:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T14:41:27","slug":"taiwan-defence-budget-us-lawmakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allaboutenglishmastery.com\/ko\/taiwan-defence-budget-us-lawmakers\/","title":{"rendered":"US Lawmakers Push Taiwan to Approve Its Defence Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">US Lawmakers Push Taiwan to Approve Its Defence Budget<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intermediate | April 11, 2026<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 <em>\ud63c\uc790\uc11c \uae30\uc0ac\ub97c \uc18c\ub9ac \ub0b4\uc5b4 \uc77d\uac70\ub098 \ud29c\ud130\ub97c \ub530\ub77c \uac01 \ub2e8\ub77d\uc744 \ubc18\ubcf5\ud574\uc11c \uc77d\uc73c\uc138\uc694. \ub808\ubca8...<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A High-Pressure Message from Washington<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A group of U.S. lawmakers visited Taipei in late March and urged Taiwan\u2019s parliament to approve a stalled <strong>$40 billion special defence budget<\/strong>. The visiting delegation included Senators <strong>Jeanne Shaheen, Thom Tillis, John Curtis, and Jacky Rosen<\/strong>. They warned that long delays could weaken Taiwan\u2019s ability to respond to growing military pressure from China. Taiwan already depends heavily on U.S. security support and arms sales, so the message was clear: support from friends matters, but Taiwan also needs to show that it is serious about its own defence. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/taipei-visit-us-lawmakers-urge-taiwan-pass-stalled-40-billion-defence-budget-2026-03-30\/\">Reuters<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the Taiwan Defence Budget Is Stuck<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Taiwan defence budget<\/strong> was proposed by President <strong>Lai Ching-te<\/strong> in November 2025. It is a huge package meant to strengthen the island\u2019s military and improve what Taiwan calls its asymmetric defence capabilities. In simple terms, that means building the kind of defence tools that can make any attack much more difficult and expensive for China. But Taiwan\u2019s opposition-controlled parliament has slowed the bill down, arguing over cost, priorities, and whether the full package is necessary. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/taiwan-president-says-he-will-propose-extra-40-billion-defence-spending-2025-11-25\/\">Reuters<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/english.president.gov.tw\/News\/7047\">President of Taiwan<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Debate About Security, Money, and Politics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This debate is not only about weapons. It is also about politics inside Taiwan. Reuters reported in February that a bipartisan group of <strong>37 U.S. lawmakers<\/strong> had already expressed concern about the delay and pushed Taiwan\u2019s legislative leaders to treat the bill as a priority. Opposition parties suggested a smaller and cheaper plan that would cover only part of what Lai\u2019s government wants. So while everyone says defence matters, they clearly do not agree on how much to spend or how fast to move. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/us-lawmakers-step-up-pressure-taiwan-parliament-approve-defence-spending-2026-02-13\/\">Reuters<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/taiwan-parliament-discuss-stalled-special-defence-budget-next-week-2026-02-24\/\">Reuters<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some Progress, But Not the Full Deal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There has been at least one step forward. In March, Taiwan\u2019s three main political parties agreed to let the government sign agreements for <strong>four U.S. arms sales packages worth about $9 billion<\/strong> after officials warned that Taipei could lose its place in line if it missed the deadline. That was important, but it did not solve the bigger fight over the full <strong>Taiwan defence budget<\/strong>. In other words, Taiwan moved one piece on the board, but the bigger game is still very much alive. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/taiwan-parties-agree-government-can-sign-stalled-agreements-us-arms-deals-2026-03-12\/\">Reuters<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/taiwan-parliament-authorises-government-sign-stalled-us-arms-deals-2026-03-13\/\">Reuters<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why This Story Matters Beyond Taiwan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This story matters because Taiwan sits at the center of one of the world\u2019s most dangerous political flashpoints. China claims Taiwan as its territory and has increased military and political pressure in recent years, while Taiwan rejects Beijing\u2019s sovereignty claims. When U.S. lawmakers publicly push Taiwan to approve more defence spending, they are not just talking about money. They are talking about deterrence, credibility, and whether Taiwan can show unity at a tense moment. That is why this debate has caught attention far beyond Taipei. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/taipei-visit-us-lawmakers-urge-taiwan-pass-stalled-40-billion-defence-budget-2026-03-30\/\">Reuters<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/us-senator-urges-taiwan-parliament-pass-stalled-defence-spending-plan-2026-04-09\/\">Reuters<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Could Happen Next?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next big question is whether Taiwan\u2019s leaders can get on the same page. U.S. Senator <strong>Jim Banks<\/strong> said this week that passing the bill would send a signal to China and the world that Taiwan believes in \u201cpeace through strength.\u201d But Taiwan\u2019s opposition still says defence should be balanced with caution over spending and with efforts to keep talking to Beijing. So this issue is far from over. For English learners, it is also a useful reminder that politics often moves slowly\u2014even when the pressure is intense. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/world\/china\/us-senator-urges-taiwan-parliament-pass-stalled-defence-spending-plan-2026-04-09\/\">Reuters<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/business\/aerospace-defense\/birds-not-missiles-should-fly-skies-taiwan-opposition-leader-says-china-2026-04-09\/\">Reuters<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vocabulary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>stalled<\/strong> (adjective) \u2013 delayed or stopped before being completed.<br><em>Example: The defence bill has stalled in parliament for months.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>delegation<\/strong> (noun) \u2013 an official group sent to represent a country or organization.<br><em>Example: The U.S. delegation met leaders in Taipei during the visit.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>deter<\/strong> (verb) \u2013 to stop someone from doing something by making the risk too high.<br><em>Example: Taiwan wants stronger defences to deter a possible attack.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>asymmetric<\/strong> (adjective) \u2013 using different and often smarter methods against a stronger opponent.<br><em>Example: Taiwan is focusing on asymmetric defence to make invasion harder.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>opposition-controlled<\/strong> (adjective) \u2013 led or dominated by political parties not in government.<br><em>Example: Taiwan\u2019s opposition-controlled parliament has slowed the bill.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>priority<\/strong> (noun) \u2013 something treated as more important than other things.<br><em>Example: U.S. lawmakers said the budget should be a priority.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>authorise<\/strong> (verb) \u2013 to officially give permission for something.<br><em>Example: Parliament authorised the government to sign arms agreements.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>deterrence<\/strong> (noun) \u2013 the strategy of preventing an attack through strength or threat.<br><em>Example: Many leaders say deterrence is necessary in the Taiwan Strait.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>credibility<\/strong> (noun) \u2013 the quality of being believable and trustworthy.<br><em>Example: Taiwan\u2019s credibility could be affected if the budget remains blocked.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>flashpoint<\/strong> (noun) \u2013 a place or situation that could quickly become dangerous.<br><em>Example: Taiwan is often described as a flashpoint in East Asia.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discussion Questions (About the Article)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Why did U.S. lawmakers visit Taipei, and what was their main message?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why has the Taiwan defence budget been delayed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is the difference between the full $40 billion plan and the $9 billion arms agreements?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why are U.S. lawmakers concerned about the delay?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What does this debate show about politics inside Taiwan?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discussion Questions (About the Topic)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Should a country spend more on defence when it faces outside threats? Why or why not?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How should leaders balance security needs with budget concerns?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you think foreign allies should publicly pressure another country on defence policy?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are the risks when political parties cannot agree on national security?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can strong communication help reduce international tension?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Idiom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u201cPut your money where your mouth is\u201d<\/strong> \u2013 to support your words with real action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Example: U.S. lawmakers are basically telling Taiwan to put its money where its mouth is on national defence.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce2 Want more practical English practice with real-world stories? <strong>Sign up for the All About English Mastery 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