Rubio says delay in arms sales to Taiwan based on U.S. weapons-building concerns

Delays in selling a $14 billion arms package to Taiwan are based on worries about shortages in U.S. military production of needed weapons, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Rubio says delay in arms sales to Taiwan based on U.S. weapons-building concerns

TL;DR

  • A $14 billion arms package for Taiwan is delayed.
  • Delays are due to worries about shortages in U.S. military production.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited production concerns.