The United States has approved the sale of spare parts for the F-16 and radar systems to Taiwan in the amount of 3 385 million. China has protested over the deal and the transit of President Taiwan through the United States.

China has announced its intention to take "decisive countermeasures" in response to the US-approved arms sale to Taiwan. This is reported by Reuters, reports UNN.

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According to the Pentagon, the United States is ready to sell Taiwan spare parts and support for F-16 aircraft and radar systems, totaling 3 385 million.

In addition, China protested over the transit of President Taiwan through the United States, calling Washington's actions a threat to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the PRC.

This is another escalation of tension between Beijing and Washington amid support for a democratically ruled island that China considers part of its territory.

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