The United States has delivered two F-16V Block 70 fighter jets to Taiwan, part of an $8 billion deal for 66 F-16Vs approved during former President Donald Trump’s first term. The aircraft landed on Friday, following months of delay. The delivery comes amid growing concern in Taiwan about the Trump administration’s commitment to arming Taipei, as the island seeks to build its defense capabilities against a feared attack by China. Taiwan's Minister of National Defence Wellington Koo stated that more F-16Vs would be delivered by the end of the year. The jets, upgraded in 2023, feature advanced avionics, weapons, and radar systems to counter the Chinese air force.