TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Ministry of National Defense (MND, 國防部) announced on Tuesday (Nov. 19) plans to integrate defense operation needs into reservist training locations, considering urban warfare and terrain factors. Spokesperson Sun Li-fang (孫立方) said these considerations are essential when planning reservist training sites.
National Chengchi University (NCCU, 政治大學) recently disclosed that it will lease its facilities from Nov. 25 to Nov. 29 to Taipei City's reserve brigade for training. The university emphasized that the exercises would proceed without disrupting classes, and the Taipei reserve brigade would manage participants to ensure safety.
MND invited media to the Military Police Command (憲兵指揮部) this morning to observe quick response unit training. During the interview, Sun reiterated the importance of aligning reservist training with combat needs and terrain considerations.
The United Daily News (UDN, 聯合報) reported that the Air Force plans to expand its PAC-3 MSE missile battalions, though the budget source remains unclear. The Air Force Command Headquarters (空軍司令部) declined to comment on weapon procurement, stressing the importance of planning for the Taiwan Strait's operational environment and threats to ensure airspace safety.
Sun emphasized that the military must consider threat levels and defense needs when adjusting weapon procurement and troop organization, though operational details remain undisclosed due to security concerns. As these developments unfold, the focus remains on maintaining national defense readiness and safety.
