Live-fire drills with U.S.-made tanks mark a key phase in Taiwan’s military modernization efforts
In a significant demonstration of military strength and preparedness, Taiwan conducted live-fire exercises with U.S.-made Abrams M1A2T tanks on Thursday, with President Lai Ching-te present to oversee the drills. The exercises, part of the annual Han Kuang drills, marked the island’s longest-ever military training event, emphasizing the importance of modern defense capabilities. During the drills, four of the tanks fired on the move and from fixed positions, achieving 100% accuracy in hitting both stationary and moving targets. President Lai described the exercises as