US is already deploying weapons in western Pacific to defend Taiwan from China

The US is bolstering its defenses in the Indo-Pacific, deploying advanced weapon systems like NMESIS and MADIS in Okinawa and the Philippines. These mobile missile systems, positioned strategically near Taiwan, aim to deter Chinese aggression by challenging maritime traffic and aerial threats. This forward deployment is a key component of the US strategy to defend Taiwan and maintain regional stability.

By TOI NEWS DESK