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MND refutes claims of lacking soldiers for main combat units
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) has denied a report suggesting a shortage of soldiers may lead to new conscripts joining main combat troops. The MND clarified that their main combat units still have over 80% of the required personnel, indicating sufficient manpower.
2023/10/16 21:45
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MND reports 9 Chinese aircraft, 5 warships in Taiwan Strait
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reported that nine Chinese aircraft and five warships were detected operating around the Taiwan Strait. Two SU-30 jets entered Taiwan’s north ADIZ. The Armed Forces are closely monitoring and responding to the situation using mission aircraft, ships, and missile systems.
2023/10/15 16:27
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MND confirms plans underway for conscripts’ 6% pension fund
The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan plans to deposit 6% of conscripts’ monthly wages for their pension, with the policy set to be enacted as scheduled. Mandatory service of one year will be reintroduced next year for those born after 2005.
2023/10/14 08:23
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MND reports record Chinese presence over the Taiwan Strait
The MND reports a record-high incursion of 103 Chinese aircraft into the Taiwan Strait, with 40 crossing the median line. Taiwan responds by deploying forces to monitor and counter the threat. The situation raises concerns about regional security and stability.
2023/09/18 19:58
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NGO criticized for suggesting segmented military training
A non-governmental organization in Taiwan recently received criticism as it suggested conscripts can complete their one-year mandatory military training in "installments."
2023/09/13 17:02
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MND faces scrutiny for drone procurement details
The National Defense Report released by the MND on Sept. 12, was criticized for being unclear about the preparation and procurement of domestic drones.
2023/09/12 18:55
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MND releases defense report focused on regional threats
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) released its biennial defense report on Tuesday (Sept. 12), focusing on regional threats and combat readiness and featuring China’s aircraft carrier, Fujian, expected to be commissioned in 2025.
2023/09/12 16:24
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Taiwan MND lowers 2024 voluntary service quota by 5,187
The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan has announced a decrease in the planned 2024 voluntary service "personnel quota" by 5,187 from the previous year.
2023/09/11 14:02
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MND apologizes to family of deceased lieutenant
The mysterious death of a 23-year-old navy lieutenant at a Taiwanese marine camp has raised suspicions of foul play.
2023/09/07 17:56
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MND: 700 conscripts set for stationing on offshore islands
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) recently revealed that around 700 conscripts will be dispatched to Taiwan’s offshore islands next year.
2023/09/04 22:18
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Taiwan detects 13 Chinese military aircraft entering ADIZ
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) reported on Friday (Aug. 25) that a total of 22 Chinese military aircraft were detected since 7 a.m., with 13 entering Taiwan’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ).
2023/08/25 14:34
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Taiwan MND investigates suspected info leak to China
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) in Taiwan announced plans to increase their efforts in counter-intelligence on Wednesday (Aug. 2). This decision came in response to an ongoing investigation involving six naval and air force officers currently serving and a retired air force officer with the surname Liu.
2023/08/02 18:58
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Tsai visits injured soldiers after military base blast
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and Ministry of National Defense (MND) Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng paid a visit to the nine injured soldiers from Monday’s Keelung ammunition depot blast at the Tri-Service General Hospital on Tuesday (July 25).
2023/07/25 17:30
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Taiwan military adjusts restrictions to meet manpower needs
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) announced on Wednesday (July 5) future significant revisions to the selection and training guidelines for volunteer soldiers and military police.
2023/07/06 14:55
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MND investigates tragic deaths of sergeants at army base
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) addressed on Tuesday (June 27) the tragic deaths of two sergeants at the Army’s 10th Corps Command in Taiwan a day earlier, stressing that an investigation will determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic deaths.
2023/06/27 17:41
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MND downplays China Eastern Airlines flight path concerns
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) has dismissed national safety concerns raised by some Taiwanese citizens regarding the flight path of China Eastern Airlines.
2023/06/20 17:20
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Taiwan’s military releases updated national defense handbook
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) unveiled an updated national defense handbook on Tuesday (June 13), aiming to equip civilians with vital knowledge on how to respond during emergencies.
2023/06/14 17:14
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Popular eatery shuts doors briefly for reservist training
A noodle shop in Taichung was compelled to temporarily close for 15 days due to their manager’s compulsory 14-day reservist training program initiated by the Ministry of National Defense (MND) created last year.
2023/06/09 18:34
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MND detects PLA Shandong aircraft carrier fleet near Taiwan
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) released on Monday (April 24) a surveillance photo of Chinese PLAN aircraft carrier Shandong detected near Taiwan’s waters.
2023/04/25 16:02
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Missing soldier could face desertion charges: Taiwan’s MND
Taiwan’s military has confirmed that the soldier surnamed Chen from Kinmen Defense Command (KDC), who left his post on March 9, is now in China.
2023/03/13 18:05
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Taiwan military planes transport meat to troops in Matsu
In a move to address recent reports of food shortages among troops stationed in Matsu, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) dispatched two C-130 military aircraft loaded with meat supplies on Monday (March 6).
2023/03/08 17:56
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Military wants to include service in Taiwan men’s curriculum
Taiwan announced the reinstatement of a one-year military service for male conscripts at the end of 2022. Now, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) is pushing forward for another change.
2023/01/13 18:44
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MND announces plans to recall female military reservists
Taiwan’s Minister of National Defense Chiu Kuo-cheng announced on Wednesday (Dec. 28) plans to recall female military reservists next year.
2022/12/29 19:30
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Taiwan young adults support extending military service
The government has been mulling an eventual extension of the mandatory military service from four months to a year in recent months.
2022/12/21 18:52