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Taiwan to receive U.S. Harpoon missiles by late 2025 for new coastal defense command.
Taiwan is set to receive its first shipment of U.S.-made Harpoon Coastal Defense Systems by late 2025, supporting the planned launch of the Littoral Combatant Command on January 1, 2026.
The delivery includes 100 launcher units, 400 Harpoon Block II missiles, radar trucks, and support systems under a $2.37 billion arms sale.
The Hai Feng missile group has already received initial equipment.
The new command will integrate drones and uncrewed vessels for coastal defense, with full force generation expected by July 2026.
The U.S. sale includes training and logistical support.
Meanwhile, Taiwan faces weather challenges from heavy rains and is exploring urban mining to reduce reliance on imported rare earth metals.
Nine companies and three individuals were added to a U.S. sanctions list over alleged illicit activities.
Taiwán recibirá misiles Harpoon de los EE. UU. para finales de 2025 para el nuevo comando de defensa costera.