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Premier Cho Jung-tai announced priority boarding and business class upgrades for military personnel on national airlines, honoring their service amid threats from China.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced a new initiative to honor military service, including priority boarding on international flights and business class upgrades.

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.

President Lai Ching-te marked his inauguration anniversary with a speech at the Presidential Office. Journalist Sakurai Sho attended, following his interview with Lai on Taiwan-Japan relations and cross-strait dynamics.

The Ministry of the Interior in Taiwan warns against draft dodging, highlighting severe penalties for forging documents to evade military service. Offenders face up to seven years in prison.

Taiwan cracks down on military service evasion, targeting celebrities. Defense Minister Koo Li-hsiung warns of legal action. New conscription standards are set.

New Taipei police have detained 11 individuals, including several prominent entertainers, in connection with a scheme to fabricate medical exemptions from Taiwan’s mandatory military service. The investigation began with actor Darren Wang and has expanded to reveal potential widespread abuse of the exemption system.

Actor Darren Wang was arrested in Taipei for allegedly attempting to evade military service by faking a heart condition. He was released on bail.

Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior revised regulations for substitute service reservists, increasing training days and numbers during emergencies. This aims to enhance defense resilience amid Taiwan-China tensions.

The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan denies plans to reinstate a two-year conscription. The current one-year service includes diverse training and education.

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

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Minister Liu Shyh-fang stresses the unchanged status of Taiwan’s cross-strait relations law, urging compliance. Former President Ma Ying-jeou calls for open youth exchanges.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense mandates military service for men with Chinese IDs to ensure fairness. The Mainland Affairs Council clarifies cross-strait regulations, emphasizing obligations remain despite dual identities.

Taiwan’s defense minister announces measures for conscripts with Chinese IDs, emphasizing military service requirements. U.S.-Taiwan tech collaborations are also highlighted.

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.

Actor Darren Wang faces attempted murder charges, complicating his military enlistment set for March 13. Authorities investigate his alleged involvement in an assault.

The New Taipei District Court released actor Darren Wang on NT$5 million bail after his arrest for evading military service. A video on his phone led to an investigation into an assault on a taxi driver.

Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai is optimistic about cross-party support for enhancing national defense and military benefits. The Ministry of National Defense plans to increase allowances, with proposals under discussion.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is assessing the inclusion of women in compulsory military service. No directives have been issued yet. The military offers voluntary service options for women.

The Ministry of the Interior launched Taiwan’s first 2025 disaster relief volunteer training in Taichung, aiming to boost disaster response skills among alternative military service personnel. Minister Liu Shyh-fang highlights the importance of self-help and mutual assistance.

Taiwanese actor Darren Wang was detained for allegedly forging medical records to avoid military service. This case highlights scrutiny of Taiwan’s conscription system.

Doctors in Taipei emphasize the difficulty of faking illness to avoid military service. Conscription health checks include re-examinations by experts, ensuring accuracy.

Authorities in Taipei detained three members of a draft-dodging syndicate for creating fake medical records to help conscripts avoid military service. The group charged high fees and tailored documents to clients’ needs.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense stresses compulsory military service as a constitutional duty. Actor Darren Wang faces legal issues for alleged evasion.