Taiwan's Drone Procurement Faces Scrutiny Over Missing Chargers Amid Rising US-China Tensions

Taiwan’s Drone Procurement Faces Scrutiny Over Missing Chargers Amid Rising US-China Tensions

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Taiwan’s military encountered logistical challenges after receiving 291 US-made Altius-600M loitering munitions without accompanying chargers, raising concerns about procurement oversight and supply chain constraints ahead of a major live-fire exercise.

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US Considers Foreign Warship Designs to Address Naval Shipbuilding Capacity Challenges

US Considers Foreign Warship Designs to Address Naval Shipbuilding Capacity Challenges

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Faced with constraints in domestic shipbuilding capacity, the US Navy is exploring the adoption of frigate designs from allied nations including Japan, South Korea, and Turkey, following a presidential directive to leverage foreign industrial expertise. This strategy aims to expand naval capabilities while stimulating domestic industry through potential technology transfer and investment.

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