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Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker
Taiwan plans local mass production of Barracuda-500 cruise missiles with a target cost of $216,493 each to enhance defense against Chinese military pressure.
- On September 17 in Taipei, Taiwan introduced its inaugural missile produced in collaboration with an American firm, signifying an important milestone in their defense partnership.
- The unveiling follows Taiwan's aim to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2030 amid increasing military pressure from China.
- The military-owned NCSIST showcased the Barracuda-500, an autonomous, low-cost cruise weapon intended to strike warships in coordinated swarms, with plans to manufacture it domestically through technology transfer.
- NCSIST President Li Shih-chiang said they aim to build a local production line and keep costs below T$6.5 million , while signing two contracts and six MOUs with U.S. and Canadian firms.
- This defense cooperation reflects Taiwan's effort to counter China's threats and prepare for possible blockades, emphasizing self-reliance on the island itself.
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Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker
Taiwan unveiled its first missile to be jointly manufactured with a US company on Wednesday, marking a major step in the fast-growing defense cooperation between Taipei and Washington to counter China’s military threat.
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Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker
Taiwan unveiled its first missile to be jointly manufactured with a U.S. company on Wednesday, marking a major step in the fast-growing defence cooperation between Taipei and Washington to counter China's military threat.
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