US EditionTaiwan tests sea drones as China keeps up military pressure
- On June 17, 2025, Taiwan demonstrated unmanned surface vehicles at Suao port in Yilan County with twelve domestic and foreign companies participating.
- This event occurred as China sustained military pressure, claiming Taiwan as its territory and threatening to use force to bring it under control.
- The demonstration showcased USVs like Lungteh’s Black Tide and Carbon-Based Technology’s bomb-capable drone to strengthen Taiwan’s asymmetric defense.
- Auterion CEO Lorenz Meier said Taiwan could deter China by deploying millions of drones over several years, generating hundreds of millions in value.
- Taiwan complements these efforts with its New Southbound Policy to diversify trade, enhance regional partnerships, and reduce economic dependence on China.
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Taiwan hosts sea drone exhibition, urges global participation - Focus Taiwan
Suao, June 17 (CNA) Twelve domestic and foreign companies participated in a drone technology exhibition in Yilan on Tuesday, as Taiwan's defense ministry-affiliated institution urged their involvement in national defense, to strengthen deterrence capability against China.
Daily Journal
Taiwan tests sea drones as China keeps up military pressure
A Taiwanese-made sea drone capable of carrying bombs skimmed across waters off the island Tuesday in a display of uncrewed surface vehicles that could boost its military firepower against China.
Analyzing Taiwan’s new southbound policy and its path towards economic sovereignty - Caribbean News Global
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