Etiqueta: Taiwan
The U.S. completed the delivery of the first Harpoon RGM-84L-4 coastal defense missiles to the Armed Forces of Taiwan
Over the weekend, the United States finalized the delivery of the first Harpoon RGM-84L-4 missiles acquired by the Armed Forces of Taiwan, enhancing their coastal defense capabilities in response to tensions with China. Specifically, this delivery includes a total of 32 launchers and 128...
Despite the delays, Taiwan approves, with modifications, the local construction program for seven new attack submarines
Recently, the Chief of the General Staff of the Taiwan Navy, Chiu Chun-jung, confirmed the latest advancements in the attack submarine construction program. Set as one of the goals of the Taiwanese government, this program has experienced delays in its execution, leading to revisions...
Taiwan and Japan warn about the first deployment of 2024 of China’s Liaoning aircraft carrier in the Western Pacific
In recent hours, it has been reported that the Liaoning aircraft carrier (CV-16) of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) was observed in the Western Pacific, northeast of Taiwan and southwest of Yonaguni Island, Japan. This sighting is notable not only for being the...
The Taiwanese Air Force prepares to receive the first of its new F-16 Block 70 fighters acquired from the U.S
Based on information from official sources, the Taiwanese Air Force is preparing to receive the first of its new F-16 Block 70 fighters acquired from the U.S. and built by American company Lockheed Martin to the F-16V upgrade program standards. The delivery schedule had...
The Taiwan Air Force plans to invest USD 1.3 billion in an electronic warfare system for its F-16V Viper fighters
This week, the Taiwan government announced plans to invest over USD 1.3 billion from covert allocations to equip its Air Force's F-16V fighters with new electronic warfare systems known as "Viper Shield." The acquisition plan, which also includes the purchase of munitions and auxiliary...
Taiwan Navy frigates and destroyers are equipped with new Phalanx Block 1B point air defense systems
The Taiwan Navy has strengthened the air defense capabilities of its corvettes, frigates, and destroyers by completing the installation of 13 new Phalanx Block 1B systems, representing an investment of over $314 million. Concurrently, the force is in the process of modernizing its Phalanx...
With the support of Japan, the U.S. Marine Corps will install a new radar near Taiwan
The U.S. Marine Corps, with the help of Japan, has installed a new radar system alongside Japan’s Self-Defense Forces on an island less than 70 miles from Taiwan, the closest Japanese territory to the island. The unit responsible is from the 12th Marine Littoral...
In response to the Chinese threat, Taiwan plans to increase its defense budget again for the year 2025
Following the words of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, the defense budget for 2025 will be boosted to a new record of USD 19.74 billion. This amount represents a 6% year-on-year increase. "We are determined to enhance self-defense and deepen cooperation with democratic partners," Lai...
