# US-Taiwan arms sale negotiations and delays

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-taiwan-arms-sale-negotiations-and-delays
> Updated: 2026-09-21T04:39:19.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

The United States administration is considering a delay on a $14 billion arms package for Taiwan, which includes air defense infrastructure, missiles, and anti-drone systems. The delay is reportedly being used as a “very good negotiating chip” by President Donald Trump ahead of diplomatic engagements with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with some reports suggesting the package may be postponed until after the November APEC summit.

This hesitation has impacted both regional business and public sentiment. Palmer Luckey, founder of defense firm Anduril, stated in Taipei that the stalled deal is negatively affecting his company’s business operations and preventing progress in other partnership areas. 

In Taiwan, the delay has prompted public concern; a United Daily News poll found that 47% of respondents doubt continued U.S. military support, while 44% remain confident. This occurs amid a shifting political landscape in Taiwan, where preference for independence has risen to 32% from 25% the previous year.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: United States delays $14 billion Taiwan arms deal

The U.S. is considering delaying a $14 billion arms deal with Taiwan, potentially using the contract as leverage during upcoming diplomatic negotiations with China.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-delays-14-billion-taiwan-arms-deal

### 2026-09-17: Anduril founder says US delay on Taiwan arms sales impacts business

Anduril founder Palmer Luckey reports that the US delay of a $14 billion arms package for Taiwan is hurting his company's business, as President Trump uses the deal as a negotiating tool with China.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anduril-reports-business-impact-from-taiwan-arms-sale-delays

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