Event Brief
Taiwan conducts first joint drill with attack drones
By The BriefBrief · Sources (5)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 3:11 AM ET
Summary: Taiwan’s military carried out its first joint combat exercise using multiple types of attack drones this week. President Lai Ching-te said on Friday the drills show the armed forces adapting to the needs of modern warfare.
WHO: Taiwan’s military; President Lai Ching-te
WHAT: Taiwan held its first joint combat exercise using multiple types of attack drones.
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: The exercise was conducted to demonstrate and support the armed forces’ adaptation to modern warfare needs.
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