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The Missiles Threatening Taiwan

"...China is transforming parts of its east coast into a platform for potential missile strikes against Taiwan and the nearby seas. The buildup is a vital part of the Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s ambitions to bring Taiwan under Beijing’s control and counter U.S. power in Asia through the threat of overwhelming force.

The Pentagon estimates that China’s Rocket Force, which controls nuclear and conventional missiles, has increased its stockpile by almost 50 percent in four years, to about 3,500 missiles. ..."

Reference: www.nytimes.com .

Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker

Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker

"...Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said in June he would deepen security cooperation with the U.S. and the island would jointly develop and manufacture weapons. The U.S. is the island's most important international backer and arms supplier, despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties.

Ahead of the Taipei Aerospace and Defence Technology Exhibition, the military-owned National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) put on display Barracuda-500, an autonomous, low-cost cruise missile designed by U.S. defence technology startup Anduril Industries. ..."

Reference: www.reuters.com .

U.S. Foreign Military Sale (Missiles) | National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) - Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States

Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States – National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System

"...The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States of National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System and related equipment for an estimated cost of $1.16 billion. ...requested to buy three (3) National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) medium-range air defense solutions, that include: three (3) AN/MPQ-64F1 Sentinel radar systems; one hundred twenty-three (123) Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles-Extended Range (AMRAAM-ER); two (2) AMRAAM-C8 guidance sections; and four (4) Multifunctional Information Distribution Systems (MIDS). Also included are fire distribution centers (FDC); Canister Launcher Systems (CLS); electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) systems; Tactical Control Center (TCC) systems; FDC indoor training simulator; radar communication nodes; MIDS Link 16-capable radios; IPS 250X High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptions (HAIPE); KIV-77 Identification Friend-or-Foe (IFF) Crypto Applique; AN/PSN-13 Defense Advanced Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers (DAGR) with Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM); AN/PYQ-10 Simple Key Loaders (SKL), code loaders and cable sets; AIM-120 control sections and containers; AMRAAM and AMRAAM-ER Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); AIM-120ER load trainers; weapon system support and support equipment; spare parts, consumables, accessories and repair and return support; classified software; classified and unclassified publications and technical documentation; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor technical support, engineering and logistics support services; warranty services; Systems Integration and Checkout (SICO); and other related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated cost is $1.16 billion. ... There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale."

Reference: www.dsca.mil .

China’s Military Commander Identifies U.S. Missile System That Can “Sting” PLA, Disrupt Taiwan Invasion Plans

China’s Military Commander Identifies U.S. Missile System That Can “Sting” PLA, Disrupt Taiwan Invasion Plans

"...the PLA’s concern over US-supplied MANPADS (Man-Portable Air-Defence Systems), which are viewed as a major threat if China proceeds with its dangerous plan to invade Taiwan. ..."

Reference: www.eurasiantimes.com .

Taiwan Flaunts ‘Viper Power’; Fires USAF Maverick Missiles From F-16 Ahead Of Presidential Inauguration

Taiwan Flaunts ‘Viper Power’; Fires USAF Maverick Missiles From F-16 Ahead Of Presidential Inauguration

"...Military News Agency reported that the air force conducted routine training exercises for its jet pilots “to enhance precision strike capabilities in aerial combat.”

The agency stated that the fighter jets were outfitted with laser-guided bombs and American-made Maverick missiles to target “sea and land targets at the offshore reef range near Penghu,” a small group of islands under Taiwanese administration...."

Reference: www.eurasiantimes.com .

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Announces Receipt of $1.5B U.S. Missile Defense Contract

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Announces Receipt of $1.5B U.S. Missile Defense Contract

"...The contract includes PAC-3 and PAC-3 MSE interceptor deliveries for the U.S. Army, and Foreign Military Sales of PAC-3 interceptors, associated equipment and spares for the Republic of Korea, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Taiwan and the United Arab Emirates..."

Reference: www.streetinsider.com .

Taiwan to deploy new missile defence system by 2015

Taiwan to deploy new missile defence system by 2015

"...Taiwan will deploy a new missile defence system by 2015 to protect bases from any attack by rival China, an official said on Wednesday, a sign that military distrust still runs deep despite a thaw in trade ties...."

Reference: reuters.com .