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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 is preparing for unprecedented 10-day live-fire military exercises beginning July 9, implementing President Lai Ching-te’s ＂whole-of-society resilience＂ strategy for the first time. The drills will combine traditional war games with civilian air raid exercises, as authorities warn of fines up to NT$150,000 for non-compliance. The timing is significant, with Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense confirming a Chinese tank carrier ship off northern Taiwan yesterday, alongside numerous aircraft sorties across the median line.

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.

Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang announced PX Mart’s participation in July town resilience drills in Taiwan. The drills will test employee response and customer evacuation.

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.

Eric Chu, KMT chairman, congratulates Lee Jae-myung on winning South Korea’s presidency, aligning with KMT’s defense strategy. He warns against dictatorship and honors Tiananmen’s legacy.

Premier Cho Jung-tai addresses Taiwan’s challenges, opposing universal cash distribution. He advocates for targeted aid and prioritizes security amid geopolitical tensions.

William Brent Christensen, former AIT director, calls Taiwan’s proposed 10% GDP defense budget impractical. He spoke at a GTI panel amid U.S. focus on Taiwan’s defense.

Taiwan’s Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim announced the completion of a nationwide defense resilience drill. The EU’s new strategy also emphasizes global defense readiness.

Taiwan’s military concluded a five-day drill, deploying anti-armor weapons at Songshan Airport. This strategic shift responds to potential threats, reflecting evolving defense strategies.

Taiwan revises substitute military service rules, expanding mobilization scope and duration. The first exercise on March 27 involves 120 personnel, reflecting strategic shifts.

The Kuomintang plans to boost Taiwan’s defense spending to counter threats in the Taiwan Strait. The party supports U.S. military ties and aims to improve service members’ welfare.

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.

KMT Chairman Eric Chu met with the TUPP delegation to stress Taiwan-U.S. cooperation. He emphasized a dual strategy of defense and dialogue, focusing on energy and regional stability.

Taiwan will hold the 2025 Urban Resilience Drills in March, integrating Wan An and Min An exercises to boost disaster response without military aid.

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

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

The U.S. may use its logistics pact with Taiwan to counter China’s military threats. Experts suggest refueling U.S. jets in Taiwan to show resolve but warn of potential misinterpretations by China.

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 Deputy Minister Wu Chih-chung discusses Taiwan’s defense strategy amid China’s threats, its role in the semiconductor industry, and global partnerships.

The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission urges Congress to amend the Arms Export Control Act, granting Taiwan NATO Plus status to bolster its defense amid China tensions.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense clarifies that only France includes military pensions in its defense budget. Taiwan considers similar changes amid budget discussions.

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.