Army Completes Formation of Drone Battalions in Three Operational Zones
The Army's drone battalions in three operational zones were fully formed in April. Defense Minister Wellington Koo stated that drone procurement will continue, using training equipment to maintain readiness.
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Central News Agency, Taipei, May 25. In response to questions from DPP Legislator Chen Chun-yu regarding the progress of the Army's drone battalions, Army Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Chen Chien-yi confirmed that the battalions in all three operational zones were fully formed in April. Defense Minister Wellington Koo emphasized that procurement will continue to avoid a situation where units are formed but lack equipment. In the interim, training drones will be used to ensure the battalions maintain operational readiness. The Legislative Yuan is currently reviewing the 115th-year national defense budget.
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What is Taiwan's drone strategy?
To strengthen asymmetric warfare, drone battalions are being deployed across all operational zones.