Beijing says arms sales heightens risk of ‘military confrontation and war’ in Taiwan Strait; if approved by Congress, sale would be would be largest-ever American weapons package for TaiwanThe threat to Taiwan from China has been increasing over recent years, with Beijing conducting large milita ry drills and frequent incursions into its waters and airspace.Military analysts have said China has used the incursions to probe Taiwan’s defences, exhaust its air force and voice displeasure over western support for Taipei, especially the US. Continue reading... ...read more read less