Taipei's defense ministry (MND) plans to buy more than 1,000 Stinger missiles from the United States in a bid to boost its defensive capabilities. The move is in response with China's increased military intimidation. Tensions are soaring as the Chinese build up, and that just means Taiwan has to keep updating it's air defense systems.
Content: The History of the ROC Stinger Missile and its Purchase Plan
- Taiwan has procured Stinger missiles on a separately in the past, including 250 for its navy and another 250 by army last year.
- The latest award of 1,985 Stinger missiles is valued at around NT$55.54 billion.
- This call includes 549 systems, launchers and IDing equipment for army plus 45 man portable naval missiles.
Urgent Request to the US
- Taiwan army using 'urgent letters' to US in March, 11 of them; requires 250 missiles • — China: mainland has capacity for unification by force
- China's stepped-up military activities around Taiwan have unnerved the region and prompted Taipei to increase its military preparedness.
- After US pushed out another batch of Stinger missiles this past week, ex-President Tsai Ing-wen said the more we have then our air defense is stronger.
Ministry of National Defence, Taiwan
- The ministry, established in 1949, is charged with maintaining the island state's military and defense policies.
- National Defense Mobilization Agency under the Ministry of National Defence and international collaboration to strengthen defense capabilities & share technology.
Stinger Missiles
- Stinger missiles: These are U.S.-developed portable surface-to-air missiles from the 1970s.
- They are used in U.S. military bases all over the world, where they provide anti-aircraft defense support of others Department Defense assets.
Month: Current Affairs - September 07, 2024
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