Taiwan has commenced its annual Han Kuang military exercise, aiming to bolster defense capabilities against a potential Chinese attack. This year’s drills last for 10 days, making them the largest and longest in Taiwan's history. The exercises involve countering harassment by the Chinese Coast Guard and maritime militia. Additionally, urban resilience drills are being conducted involving supermarket staff, who practice guiding civilians during emergencies. For the first time, mobile applications are employed to simulate evacuation procedures, reflecting the escalating tensions within the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military exercise aims to test defense capabilities against potential Chinese attacks, extending to 10 days, marking the largest and longest iteration in history.
China views Taiwan as a breakaway province and has not dismissed the use of force, especially in light of Taiwan's significant role in U.S.-China rivalry and Washington's weapons support.
The drills include support from supermarket staff for shelter guidance during air-raid sirens, with staff practicing emergency responses like reassurance, intelligence delivery, and first aid.
For the first time, mobile apps were used to execute urban resilience drills, testing air raid evacuation procedures amid increasing tensions with China's military activities.
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