US riles China with $11 billion arms deal for Taiwan

Taiwan has secured a record $11.1 billion US arms deal as China ramps up military pressure. The package includes HIMARS rocket systems, Javelin missiles, drones, and howitzers.

Washington says the sale serves US security interests, while Beijing condemns it as a violation of the "One-China" principle, which sees Taiwan as an inalienable part of China. 

The deal still awaits congressional approval, but is expected to pass.