Etiqueta: Taiwan
In the face of tensions with China, Taiwan’s Navy seeks to relaunch construction of new generation frigates
Given the need to renew a significant portion of the surface fleet of the Taiwanese Navy and facing a potential regional conflict with China, Taipei is reportedly looking to reactivate its plan to construct next-generation missile frigates. Behind the idea of reviving the project,...
After delays with U.S. suppliers, Taiwan will begin sea trials of its new locally-made submarine
Through local media, it has recently been reported that the first locally-made submarine of the Taiwanese Navy, Hai Kun (SS-711), is close to beginning sea trials after a delay in the shipment of optronic masts from the United States. The delay was announced earlier...
In the context of China’s military exercises, the Taiwanese Air Force prepares and deploys its F-16 Block 70 fighters
As China's People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) naval exercises continue, the Taiwanese Armed Forces are mobilizing the majority of their land, air, and naval assets as deterrent and response measures in the worst-case scenario. In addition to deploying coastal defense missile systems and Patriot...
In the midst of tensions with Taiwan, the Chinese Navy is preparing the Fujian aircraft carrier for a new trial navigation
While just a few days ago the Fujian aircraft carrier returned to port after completing its first navigation, the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) of China is reportedly preparing the new ship for another departure to continue the unit's system testing campaign. The news,...
The Chinese Navy surrounds Taiwan in all directions as part of Exercise Joint Sword 2024A
Yesterday, the Chinese Navy initiated one of the most significant exercises of the year, with Taiwan as its main target. The maneuvers, under the name Joint Sword 2024A, or Joint Li Chien-2024A, directed by the Eastern Theater Command, will take place around the island...
The Taiwan Armed Forces will advance with the development of its new 8×8 IFV equipped with a 105mm cannon
As part of the so-called "Cheetah Project," the Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan has authorized the development of an 8x8 wheeled fire support vehicle equipped with a 105mm cannon, a coaxial 7.62mm machine gun, and a remotely controlled 12.7mm turret.
The new Fire Support...
