Taiwan defense capabilities strategy 結果共27筆

U.S. senators visit Taiwan to discuss defense strategies and economic transformation. President Lai seeks bipartisan support for a crucial defense budget plan.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense showcased its first MQ-9B drones in the U.S., marking a defense milestone. Two drones return in Q3, with more by 2027.

U.S. notifies Taiwan of US$11.154B arms sale. The sale includes helicopters and missile systems. MOFA says this supports Taiwan’s security. Taiwan aims to deepen U.S. defense cooperation.

Austin J. Dahmer, nominated for U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense, highlights the need for Taiwan to boost its defense budget and acquire weapons to deter China.

President Lai Ching-te inspected the Lu Sheng No. 1 military drill in Chiayi, showcasing new training and technology. The exercise highlighted Taiwan’s military readiness and joint combat capabilities.

U.S. scholar Lyle Goldstein’s opinion piece in TIME labels Taiwan’s President Lai as reckless, sparking debate. Taiwan’s MOFA defends its peace strategy, citing China’s actions as destabilizing.

Taiwan’s Han Kuang 41 exercise mobilizes over 22,000 reservists, focusing on combat readiness and regional peace. Defense Minister Koo highlights strategic efficiency.

Taiwan plans to buy 48,750 drones by 2027 to boost defense capabilities. The focus is on domestic production, excluding Chinese parts, to counter regional threats.

Taiwan’s Han Kuang 41 exercise concluded with unprecedented U.S. military observation. American teams led by former Pacific commander Charles Flynn assessed Taiwan’s defense capabilities against potential PLA threats, marking a shift in U.S.-Taiwan military cooperation.

Taiwan’s military debuted the M1A2T tank in live-fire exercises, showcasing its power and accuracy. President Lai praised its capabilities. The tank will deploy in northern Taiwan by year-end, enhancing defense strategy.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense defends its NT$130 million investment in the ＂All New Vision＂ television program, citing consistent top-80 cable TV rankings despite criticism from Taiwan People’s Party legislator Huang Kuo-chang over online viewership metrics.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense will conduct the Han Kuang 41 exercise from July 9 to 18, focusing on strategic military capabilities. Defense Minister Wellington Koo highlights the importance of reducing paperwork and protecting critical infrastructure. The exercise aims to enhance defense resilience and address modern warfare challenges.

Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo defends the military training program against CNN criticism, highlights submarine trials, and emphasizes defense strategy amid regional tensions.

YILAN (TVBS News) — Carbon-Based Technology Inc. (碳基科技) recently unveiled its unmanned surface vehicle (USV) in the waters off Suao (蘇澳), northern Taiwan. The sea drone aims to support an asymmetric warfare strategy currently being developed by Taiwan. Despite encountering a remote control power system issue that rendered it inoperable during performance tests, conducted under the escort of a National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST, 中科院) workboat, this incident highlights ongoing challenges for Taiwan in accelerating the development of unmanned vehicles for military use as it seeks to enhance its innovative and powerful aid forces. Professor Lin Wei-chi (林威志) from Taipei University of Marine Technology (TUMT, 台北海洋科技大學) emphasized the vessel’s innovative design, which allows it to transition between peacetime and wartime roles. The ship can transport resources to remote islands or conduct patrols in Taiwan’s waters, including port detection and environmental oversight. Regarding military applications, such a USV can deter and attack enemies and be commissioned for various missions. However, Taiwan still needs to address several issues, including geographical references in the Taiwan Strait and technical limitations. Lin noted that large waves caused water leakage during the demonstration, which may have affected electronic components on board. Vice President Li Kang-si (李康嗣) of Carbon-Based Technology confirmed that although communication power remained stable, the wave conditions hindered the vessel’s activation, leading to a delay in further tests. According to reports, the island-nation has approximately 1,000 UAVs in service, which is significantly smaller than China’s fleet, especially considering that Beijing is a leading producer of unmanned drones. The scale of the UAV industry is also restricted in Taiwan. According to the Wall Street Journal, Taiwan plans to purchase 3,200 USVs, most of which are small. On one hand, Taiwan’s civilian company is expected to deliver 3,000 drones to the authorities by the end of 2025; however, it is essential to involve larger companies in the supply chain. Amid these challenges, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND, 國防部) plans to enhance its asymmetric warfare capabilities by proposing a special budget later this year. Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (顧立雄) underscored the significance of unmanned vehicles, including drones and vessels, in bolstering defense resilience. He also announced that the ministry will suggest a special budget to reinforce asymmetric warfare forces, following the so-called “Hellscape” coined by the Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Samuel Paparo. Uncrewed vehicles have become a prominent trend among nations, with their efficiency particularly evident during the Ukraine-Russia War. In October 2022, Ukraine deployed at least seven naval drones to attack the port of Sevastopol, where Russia’s Black Sea Fleet is stationed in its protected harbor. The assault resulted in damage to one frigate and several other vessels, though no warships were sunk. A month ago, Ukraine successfully employed a USV to shoot down a Russian Su-30 aircraft. This effectiveness has encouraged various nations to invest in the development of unmanned vehicles. Currently, the U.S. has over 10,000 UAVs in service, while its navy plans to expand the integration of a hybrid fleet with USVs. Regarding Taiwan, the authorities are fully committed to the effort of keeping pace in this race against time by all means. Earlier this month, Taiwan unveiled its domestically produced suicide drone developed by Thunder Tiger Group, a civilian company; another firm presented a remotely operated underwater vehicle in collaboration with the military; and Taiwan CSBC Corporation (台船) showcased its USVs capable of withstanding harsh conditions in Taiwanese waters, equipped with combat capabilities, back in March. Additionally, the Taiwan government has acquired 680 Switchblade 300 drones, 291 ALTIUS 600 M-V units from the U.S., and 4 MQ-9B drones, which are expected to arrive in 2026 and 2027, respectively. The global landscape of unmanned military vehicles has seen significant advancements, as evidenced by Ukraine’s deployment of unmanned ships during its conflict with Russia. In response to China’s military pressure, Taiwan must address the dual challenge posed by its geography and technical limitations while enhancing its development speed to achieve a flexible asymmetric warfare strategy.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense addresses a decline in military personnel by enhancing retention and recruitment. Staffing ratios have dropped since 2020.

Taiwan received 38 M1A2T tanks, enhancing military capabilities. The tanks, part of a U.S. purchase, arrived in Hsinchu, marking a defense milestone.

Taiwan’s defense minister outlines a strategic focus on asymmetric warfare capabilities amid 2025 budget talks. U.S. arms purchases exceed NT$70.5 billion.

Taiwan’s defense minister stresses the need for U.S. leaders to understand Taiwan’s defense capabilities amid the U.S. election. Taiwan focuses on regional peace.

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan is set to review the defense budget, with a focus on the indigenous submarine program. Delays in the Hai Kun submarine project, caused by torpedo delivery issues, have pushed completion to 2029.

Discover how Taiwan is enhancing its defense capabilities by building a drone fleet, learning from Ukraine’s tactics, and navigating supply chain challenges amid tensions.

Discover how Taiwan is tackling climate change, healthcare, and defense challenges with three new committees announced by President Lai Ching-te, aiming for global cooperation and innovation.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s defense strategy, including Minister Wellington Koo’s emphasis on military strength and the critical Taiwan-U.S. military cooperation, as discussed in the Legislative Yuan.

Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is ramping up surveillance and security measures amid rising tensions with China, including monitoring maritime activities and enhancing cognitive warfare training.

Former President Ma Ying-jeou questions U.S. support for Taiwan amid cross-strait tensions, highlighting internal U.S. divisions over Israel-Palestine conflict. Advocates for Taiwan’s defense preparedness, peace talks, and cross-strait dialogue to avoid war and rejects Taiwan’s involvement in global power politics, emphasizing shared Chinese heritage for peaceful resolution.

Taiwan’s Minister of National Defense Chiu Kuo-cheng outlines the military’s drone strategy to the Legislative Yuan, focusing on combat differentiation and future training plans. The Defense Ministry’s report details the deployment of drones across various operational levels for reconnaissance, surveillance, and battlefield tasks. President-elect Lai Ching-te’s visit to a local UAV R&D center underscores Taiwan’s commitment to drone development.