NCSIST to Develop Low-Cost Munitions for Taiwan's Air Defense Against China
Taiwan's National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) plans to develop low-cost munitions to enhance air defense against potential Chinese attacks. Test flights are expected next year. The Ministry of National Defense (MND) aims to acquire munitions for the T-Dome project, designed to intercept missiles and rockets. A new report highlights the need for affordable interception methods to maintain operational resilience. Additionally, delivery of four MQ-9B drones from the U.S. has been postponed to 2026-2027.

The NCSIST in Taiwan is set to develop low-cost munitions to counter potential Chinese aggression, with test flights anticipated in 2026. The MND intends to source munitions for the 'T-Dome' project, which aims to create a comprehensive defense system against missiles and rockets.
A report from the MND emphasizes the importance of affordable air defense solutions to protect Taiwan's missile reserves. Also, the timeline for the delivery of four MQ-9B surveillance drones from the U.S. has been revised, with the first two expected in the third quarter of 2026.




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