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Lai Calls for Military Modernization Amid Evolving Battlefield Threats

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President Lai Ching-te says Taiwan's military must keep pace with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, uncrewed systems and space technology as China's regional threats escalate. Speaking as officers began an advanced training program, Lai urged them to broaden their international outlook, embrace innovation and become a driving force for military reform.

Taiwan’s Military Must Keep Pace With Emerging Technologies, President Lai Says

REPORTER:  
President Lai Ching-te says Taiwan’s military needs to keep pace with new emerging technologies.

Lai Ching-te (TAIWAN PRESIDENT):  
China's regional threats and provocations are escalating.  
Artificial intelligence, unmanned systems and space technology are also reshaping the future of warfare and the world.  
In the face of these challenges only by strengthening our self-defense capabilities and enhancing military expertise can we maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and safeguard Taiwan’s democracy, peace and prosperity.

REPORTER:  
Lai made the comments as officers began an advanced training program. Beyond adopting new technology and equipment, he urged officers to broaden their international outlook, absorb new knowledge and embrace innovation. He also called on them to take on greater leadership responsibilities and become a driving force for military reform.
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