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Taiwan is reworking its ground forces. It could unlock new ways of fighting with new tech.
- Taiwan reclassified four armored and three mechanized brigades into combined arms brigades to boost flexibility and rapid integration of new tech.
- The restructuring aims to better integrate drones, AI, and new platforms across units for faster experimentation and training.
- Analysts say the change provides a foundation for adopting AI in command and control and broader air-defense integration.
- Taiwan emphasizes rapid response, mobility, and adaptability should China threaten invasion.
- The move aligns with Taiwan’s broader weapons purchases, including new tanks and missiles, to support the new force design.
- Taiwan opened a new artillery training center to support high-tech systems like HIMARS and Land Sword missiles.
- Taiwan plans to co-produce 155mm artillery shells with the United States if the effort proves successful.
- Taiwan is expanding training for asymmetric warfare, including drones and coastal defense missions.
- Officials say the changes reduce friction between units and support faster doctrine changes.
- The government has not publicly commented on the restructuring details when contacted by Business Insider.
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