China considers sanctions against American companies over the deal with Taiwan . `` This is a clear demonstration of the commitment this administration has to provide Taiwan with defensive weapons it needs and as provided for in the Taiwan Relations Act , '' State Department spokesman P.J . China has suspended all military visits , including arms control exercises . Sale includes Black Hawk helicopters , air defense missiles , mine - hunting ships .
China considers sanctions against American companies over the deal with Taiwan . China has suspended all military visits , including arms control exercises . Sale includes Black Hawk helicopters , air defense missiles , mine - hunting ships .