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Taiwan’s Han Kuang 41 Drill, the longest yet, involves 22,000 reserve troops to boost military readiness. Key areas include air and sea maneuvers and urban defense.

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 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.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense will allocate an extra NT$30 billion annually for military personnel expenses. New allowances aim to boost welfare and readiness.

Taiwan’s PX Mart supermarkets will make history this July as the first major retailer to participate in national security drills, transforming stores into emergency information hubs during simulated air raid warnings. This unprecedented fusion of retail operations and defense preparedness comes as President Lai designates July as ＂national unity month＂ amid heightened cross-strait tensions.

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.

President Lai Ching-te declares July as National Unity Month to highlight Taiwan’s resilience through military and urban exercises. PX Mart joins the effort.

President Lai Ching-te urged military academy graduates to uphold discipline and defend Taiwan’s sovereignty at a ceremony in Kaohsiung. He emphasized professionalism, unity, and innovation in facing authoritarian threats and global instability.

NCSIST showcased unmanned surface vehicles in Yilan, inviting Taiwanese manufacturers to test capabilities for military and public use. The event highlighted strategic importance.

President Lai Ching-te expressed disappointment after opposition leaders skipped a national security briefing. He urged unity to address Taiwan’s security challenges.

Quanta Computer partners with Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense to develop an electronic injury ticket system, enhancing military healthcare with smart tech.

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 visited Taiwan’s anti-terrorism center, praising special forces’ drills and pledging support. A NT$740 million investment will enhance training facilities.

Taiwan’s defense minister warns that a military salary hike could impact other budgets. The Legislative Yuan approved a pay raise for soldiers, effective Jan. 1, 2026.

China’s defense ministry criticizes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, warning against altering the Taiwan Strait’s status quo. The PLA plans to boost combat readiness.

The Taipei School of Economics and Political Science Foundation will host a Taiwan Strait defense war game on June 10-11 at National Chengchi University. The event, led by Huang Huang-hsiung and Lee Hsi-ming, will feature high-ranking military officials to explore conflict scenarios and security strategies.

Taiwan’s army showcased its defense capabilities in an artillery drill, featuring advanced drones and artillery. The event highlighted Taiwan’s focus on drone warfare and supply chain resilience.

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.

The National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology in Taipei opens its tube-launched drone tech for industry use, aiming to boost Taiwan’s drone sector.

The Ministry of National Defense reports the Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning is near Taiwan. The military monitors the situation, ready to respond to threats.

The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan will host a surface unmanned vehicle demonstration on June 17-18 in Yilan. The event aims to advance technology and promote defense autonomy, featuring static and dynamic displays.

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

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense addresses U.S. rejection of aircraft and helicopter purchases, citing strategic needs and ongoing defense planning.