Taiwan Legislature Passes Military Procurement Bill; TPP Vows Vigilance

The Legislative Yuan passed the "Special Act for Procurement for Safeguarding National Security and Strengthening Asymmetric Combat Capabilities" with a budget ceiling of NT$780 billion, allocated for U.S. arms purchases. Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Chairman Huang Kuo-chang emphasized the party's support for national defense while insisting on transparency and accountability. The TPP, along with the Kuomintang (KMT), collaborated on the bill, aiming to balance defense enhancement with the protection of public funds. Huang stated that the TPP will remain vigilant in its oversight role during future executive reports and budget deliberations, ensuring that taxpayer money is used effectively and responsibly. The article also briefly mentions the passage of amendments to the Medical Care Act, including the regulation of nurse-to-patient ratios across different shifts.