Taiwan Showcases Power of New Abrams Tanks Amid Rising Tensions with China
Taiwan unveiled its new U.S.-sourced M1A2T Abrams tanks, illustrating their capabilities during military exercises aimed at showcasing the island's defense readiness against possible Chinese aggression. President Lai Ching-te emphasized their strategic importance, while analysts highlighted the need to protect these assets against drones, drawing lessons from the Ukraine conflict.
In a display of strength, Taiwan's military revealed its newly acquired M1A2T Abrams tanks during a series of exercises designed to assert the island's defensive capabilities against potential Chinese incursion.
President Lai Ching-te highlighted the significant boost in security these tanks provide, asserting their superiority on the battlefield.
Regional military experts note the necessity for Taiwan to enhance counter-drone measures, a lesson underscored by recent conflicts involving similar tanks in Ukraine.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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