Sea drone makers compete in Taiwan for soaring investment
As Chinese military pressure increases, Taiwan is pouring billions of dollars into aerial and sea drones, which have been widely used in Ukraine and Hormuz with devastating effect.
Tainan, Taiwan - In an exhibition showcasing sea drones, local and international manufacturers are vying for a piece of Taiwan's growing investment in uncrewed vehicles. As tensions with China escalate, the island nation is funneling billions of dollars into aerial and maritime drones, tools that have proven effective in conflicts such as Russia's war in Ukraine and the Strait of Hormuz.
Taiwan's military aims to bolster its fleet with over 1,400 coastal surveillance and reconnaissance drones, more than 200,000 coastal attack drones, and 1,320 one-way attack uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). Despite the current subscription plan not permitting comments, subscribers are reminded to create a display name in their account settings for future engagement.
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