Summary
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced a new air defense system called the "T-Dome" to strengthen the island's defenses against military pressure from China. The system will use advanced technology, including artificial intelligence, to protect Taiwan, which aims to increase its defense spending.
Key Facts
- Taiwan plans to build the "T-Dome," a multi-layered air defense system.
- This initiative is part of Taiwan's response to increased military activity from China.
- Taiwan's defense spending is expected to rise from 2.5% to over 3% of its GDP by next year.
- China has conducted frequent military exercises and flights near Taiwan, exceeding 495 sorties from February to August.
- Taiwan extended mandatory military service from four months to one year.
- The defense plan will use AI and advanced tech to support Taiwan's asymmetric warfare strategy, which focuses on precise and mobile defense.
- The announcement was made during Taiwan’s National Day and amid ongoing trade talks with President Trump's administration.
