The strongest version of this narrative underscores Taiwan’s precarious geopolitical position, balancing urgent defense needs against political fragmentation and external pressures. Lu Shiow-yen’s argument for a middle-ground defense budget reflects a pragmatic attempt to reconcile security imperatives with fiscal caution, while the KMT’s lower proposal signals deeper skepticism about arms procurement—possibly tied to cross-strait relations or domestic political maneuvering. The Denmark national...