Taiwan defense modernization 結果共13筆

Taiwan’s defense minister reports on a draft act to boost defense resilience. The plan includes procuring advanced artillery, drones, and missile systems amid rising tensions with China.

Taiwan’s National Defence Medical Centre unveiled its Electronic Casualty Report System in early December 2025, replacing paper-based battlefield medical tracking systems. The system equips soldiers with electronic injury tags activated using NFC technology, enabling real-time tracking from injury through treatment. Traditional paper tags deteriorate when exposed to blood or water, creating dangerous information gaps. The digital system addresses these shortcomings with continuous records medical teams can access and update. Severe hemorrhaging accounts for approximately 75% of combat injuries, making accurate tracking essential for survival rates.

President Lai Ching-te presides over a military promotion ceremony, highlighting Taiwan’s defense modernization. He announces new equipment and tactics to counter threats.

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te announces revolutionary Taiwan Dome air defense system and historic defense spending increase to 5% of GDP by 2030, marking the island’s largest military modernization program to counter growing threats from China.

Taiwan received 42 M1A2T tanks from the U.S., transported to Hukou Township for training. This is part of a NT$40.5 billion deal to modernize its military.

AmCham urges Taiwan to bolster industry ties. It praises government efforts but notes execution gaps. AmCham stresses energy, healthcare, digital challenges. Calls for U.S. support in defense and trade cooperation.

Kuomintang Chairman Eric Chu emphasizes modernizing Taiwan’s defense and energy policies, advocating for bipartisan support in the Legislative Yuan. Key proposals focus on electronic warfare, industrial security, and nuclear energy regulations.

Discover the legacy of Lee Tien-yu, former Defense Minister of Taiwan, who passed away at 79. Learn about his impact on national defense and military modernization.

President Lai Ching-te presides over a military honors ceremony, highlighting Taiwan’s air defense enhancements. Key appointments and awards boost military strength.

U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Michael Chase supports Taiwan’s defense modernization, urging funding for self-defense. He highlights lessons from Ukraine.

Discover how Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo plans to modernize the military by abolishing traditional practices like bayonet training and goose-stepping to focus on combat readiness.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell stresses the importance of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship and the need for increased military investment to counter China’s growing influence, marking the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act.

DPP vice-presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim emphasized the importance of strength in maintaining Taiwan’s status quo and preventing bullying. She highlighted the current state and prospects of U.S.-Taiwan relations, noting that U.S. policy has consistently supported maintaining the status quo and opposing the use of force. Hsiao mentioned that under Xi Jinping’s leadership, the U.S. has shifted to view China competitively but does not seek a new Cold War. She emphasized critical issues of peace, security, and economic cooperation in Taiwan-U.S. ties, including the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade. Hsiao underscored Taiwan’s determination to defend itself, citing the national defense budget and military modernization reforms. She referred to herself as a ＂cat warrior＂ and advocated for government reform and a balanced international stance. Hsiao urged that Taiwan not become a divisive issue between American political parties and emphasized the need for a proper balance amidst U.S.-China competition to ensure Taiwan’s safe and steady progression.