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Taiwanese Coast Guard, Military Drill to Better Face China's 'Grey Zone' Threat

  • On June 8, 2025, Taiwan's coast guard carried out its annual exercise in Kaohsiung, which involved responding to a scenario where international terrorists had taken control of a ferry.
  • The drill responded to growing 'grey zone' threats from China involving covert activities designed to pressure Taiwan without direct conflict.
  • The exercise involved Taiwan's military, coast guard, rescue helicopters, and an Anping-class corvette equipped for missile defense and rescue operations.
  • President Lai Ching-te highlighted the critical role of Taiwan's coast guard in upholding the law and protecting citizens amid ongoing challenges, and committed to enhancing the capabilities of all agencies to safeguard Taiwan's democracy.
  • The drills underscore Taiwan's aim to improve joint defense capabilities amid intensified Chinese military pressure and ongoing modernization efforts.
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Taiwan coast guard, military drill to better face China's 'grey zone' threat

Drills simulated the seizing of a ferry by "international terrorists."

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Defence24 broke the news in on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
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