Taiwan to purchase over 1K Stinger missiles

General Knowledge (judicial) International Affairs

02-Sep-24

The Taiwanese Ministry of National Defence plans to buy over 1,000 additional Stinger missiles to boost its defence capabilities amid growing concerns about China's military activities.

The Army and Navy each ordered 250 Stinger missiles in 2019 and 2015, respectively. However, Taiwanese forces urgently require more effective countermeasures and deterrence, prompting the Army to order 1,985 more Stinger missiles from the US for approximately NT$55.54 billion,Taiwan News reported.
The Army will procure 549 launch systems and 549 identification, friend or foe (IFF) systems.
The missiles are expected to be delivered by 2031, according to the MND's 2025 budget report.