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Taiwan will conduct the Han Kuang 41 exercise from July 9 to 18, focusing on national defense and public response. The drill includes urban resilience and civil defense simulations across 22 cities, testing air raid shelters and involving PX Marts for supply distribution. President Lai Ching-te faces political challenges amid China’s military pressure.

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.

President Lai Ching-te met with U.S. Rep. Ami Bera to discuss boosting Taiwan’s defense spending and enhancing Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation. They aim to transition from military procurement to joint production. President Lai praised U.S. bipartisan support and highlighted efforts to strengthen societal defense resilience. The meeting also covered Taiwan-U.S. collaboration in AI and semiconductors, with plans to resolve the double taxation bill. Rep. Bera emphasized the importance of unity among democratic nations to protect Asia’s peace.

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.

U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth visits Taiwan to meet top leaders, reinforcing U.S.-Taiwan ties amid China’s provocations. Her tour highlights regional security and trade.

Friedrich Merz becomes Germany’s new chancellor, marking a political shift. Taiwan congratulates him, hoping for stronger ties. Both nations value democracy and peace.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs congratulates Canada on its federal election success, highlighting shared values and strengthened ties through recent agreements.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms Japan’s Sanae Takaichi will visit Taiwan April 27-29. The visit will focus on Taiwan-Japan relations and regional security.

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te mourns the loss of Richard Armitage, a key figure in Taiwan-U.S. relations. Armitage’s legacy in supporting Taiwan’s democracy and peace is honored by both President Lai and MOFA.

Tuvalu’s Deputy Prime Minister Panapasi Nelesone visits Taiwan to meet President William Lai and sign a labor cooperation agreement. The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and explore collaboration opportunities.

The Democratic Progressive Party condemns China’s military intimidation of Taiwan, citing reckless militarism and economic pressure. The party aims to bolster Taiwan’s defense and global economic presence.

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung praised U.S. and Japan talks for highlighting Taiwan Strait peace. Taiwan aims to collaborate with democracies for stability and prosperity.

Amari urges Taiwan-Japan semiconductor partnership. He warns of risks from China’s DeepSeek AI. Amari praises TSMC, questions U.S. labor attitudes. Japan’s Rapidus aims to support digital transformation.

President Lai Ching-te emphasizes Taiwan’s commitment to democratic partnerships at the 2025 Yushan Forum, focusing on supply chains and digital unity.

Premier Cho Jung-tai addresses Taiwan’s defense budget, affirming independent military choices and commitment to self-reliance amid China’s threats.

Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung discusses U.S.-Taiwan relations, emphasizing cooperation in semiconductors and defense. He highlights Taiwan’s strategic role and calls for a nuanced understanding of U.N. Resolution 2758.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned China’s live-fire zone near Taiwan, calling it a violation of international norms. Taiwan urges restraint and vigilance.

The U.S. Navy confirmed two vessels sailed through the Taiwan Strait, marking the first transit since President Trump took office. This routine operation underscores the U.S. commitment to freedom of navigation.

美軍印太司令部（U.S. Indo-Pacific Command）表示，1架小型飛機昨天墜毀在菲律賓南部稻田，造成機上1名現役美軍成員及3名國防承包商人員死亡。

Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State nominee, advocates the porcupine strategy to deter China at a Senate hearing. His confirmation vote follows soon.

The Mainland Affairs Council highlighted the importance of democratic support during a meeting with an Italian delegation. Discussions focused on peace in the Indo-Pacific and Taiwan’s role in international organizations.

Taiwan and Italy discuss bilateral relations, Indo-Pacific security, and economic cooperation during a visit by an Italian delegation. Taiwan seeks stronger ties.

Mike Pompeo asserts that Xi Jinping won’t dictate Asia’s future, emphasizing U.S.-Taiwan shared values and deterrence. He calls for clear messages to Beijing.

Taiwan awards 14 Indian scholars the 2025 Taiwan Fellowship, leading globally in recipients. Scholars will research in Taiwan starting January 2025.

Taiwan’s National Security Council officials travel to Washington to strengthen ties with President-elect Trump’s team amid China’s largest naval deployment in decades, raising regional tensions.