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flag Taiwan to receive U.S. Harpoon missiles by late 2025 for new coastal defense command.

flag 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. flag The delivery includes 100 launcher units, 400 Harpoon Block II missiles, radar trucks, and support systems under a $2.37 billion arms sale. flag The Hai Feng missile group has already received initial equipment. flag The new command will integrate drones and uncrewed vessels for coastal defense, with full force generation expected by July 2026. flag The U.S. sale includes training and logistical support. flag Meanwhile, Taiwan faces weather challenges from heavy rains and is exploring urban mining to reduce reliance on imported rare earth metals. flag Nine companies and three individuals were added to a U.S. sanctions list over alleged illicit activities.

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