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Witnesses tell committee faster weapon deliveries, supply‑chain changes needed to bolster Taiwan’s defenses

2930406 · April 9, 2025
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Committee members and witnesses agreed the U.S. should speed delivery of defensive systems to Taiwan; witnesses urged removal of bureaucratic supply‑base limits and steady funding to accelerate production and certification.

Witnesses told the House Armed Services Committee that accelerating deliveries of defensive weapons and aligning allied supply chains are essential to strengthen Taiwan’s self‑defense and bolster deterrence.

Admiral Paparo said the key constraints are bureaucratic: certifying and liberalizing…

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