The Taiwanese Army is preparing a live-fire drill designed to test combat readiness as new weapon platforms are brought into service, according to local media reports.
Units have been assigned logistical and technical preparations, including ammunition verification, equipment upkeep, and outreach coordination. Army Commander Lu Kun-hsiu noted the exercise aims to reinforce training discipline and clarity of mission goals across all ranks.
Deliveries of key systems will intensify in 2026. This year’s schedule includes 108 M1A2T tanks, 14 Volcano mine-laying vehicles, and 18 HIMARS systems, with 11 already operational alongside ATACMS missiles. TOW-2B and Javelin missiles were delivered in full last year.
Taiwan is also enhancing capabilities through partnerships, including a recent deal between Shield AI and NCSIST to develop AI-enabled unmanned platforms. Expansion of the Patriot missile force and the acquisition of IRST21 Legion ES tracking systems from Lockheed Martin further strengthen air defense.
