2 Taiwanese executives arrested over mainland components in military drones
Two Taiwanese executives have been arrested for allegedly using mainland Chinese-made components in drones supplied to the island’s military. It is the second time in two months that a Taiwanese drone supplier has been investigated by the island’s authorities over the alleged use of prohibited mainland components. The case has intensified opposition scrutiny of the government’s efforts to build a…
Two Taiwanese executives have been arrested for allegedly using mainland Chinese-made components in military drones, marking a second investigation in two months. The case has heightened scrutiny of the government's efforts to build a drone team based on a "non-red" supply chain that excludes components and technology from mainland China.
The arrested individuals are Jiin Ming Industry's vice-chairman and business manager, who were detained for suspected violations of the National Security Act and document forgery. The government has acknowledged the need for stricter inspections of small batches of drones to prevent prohibited "red" components from being concealed.
The opposition Taiwan People's Party has criticized the government's supply chain security measures and questioned Jiin Ming's ties to the ruling Democratic Progressive Party.
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