Taiwan’s leader announced on Saturday plans to increase the island's defence spending, explicitly stating the goal is to “deter war.” This move comes amid growing military pressure from China. The democratic island is seeking to strengthen its defences as China continues to assert its claims over Taiwan. The increased budget aims to bolster Taiwan’s capabilities and send a strong signal regarding its commitment to self-defence. The announcement underscores the escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait and the island’s determination to maintain its security. This development was reported by Iraqi News, highlighting its international reach.