Taiwan boosts air defense with new Patriot systems and anticipates Chinese invasion risk by 2027

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Taiwan amplia defesa aérea com novos sistemas Patriot e prevê risco de invasão chinesa até 2027Taiwan boosts air defense with new Patriot systems and anticipates Chinese invasion risk by 2027 (X @JaimeOcon1)

Taiwan is preparing to strengthen its air defense with the creation of a new battalion equipped with Patriot PAC-3 systems, scheduled for delivery between 2025 and 2026.

Currently, the country already has three battalions spread across the north, central, and south regions. The new one will be positioned in the eastern part of the island, protecting the cities of Hualien and Taidong. The Ministry of Defense has allocated funds to acquire PAC-3 MSE missiles, which are more advanced and effective at intercepting ballistic missiles.

Taiwan’s battalion structure differs from the American model, with only three batteries per unit. In total, Taiwan operates nine batteries between PAC-2 and PAC-3 versions, with PAC-2 systems currently being upgraded. The new unit may include between three and six batteries, depending on internal decisions. The arsenal includes approximately 200 PAC-2 GEM missiles for aerial targets and 384 PAC-3 CRI missiles for ballistic threats.

Additionally, Taiwan is preparing to receive its first NASAMS systems by the end of 2025, further strengthening its layered air defense against aerial threats.

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The Taiwanese government has intensified its military efforts amid the potential for a Chinese invasion, estimating 2027 as the most likely year for an attack.

Source: Militarnyi | Photo: X @JaimeOcon1 | This content was created with AI assistance and reviewed by the editorial team

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