Kaohsiung, July 11 — The National Army’s Han Kuang 41st Exercise has entered its third day, shifting focus from initial mobilization to the construction of strategic defensive positions and preparation for combat scenarios.
Following two days of intensive coordination of personnel and equipment, various military units are now reinforcing defensive lines and stockpiling essential resources. Early this morning, the Army’s 333rd Mechanized Infantry Brigade received orders and swiftly deployed from its base in Pingtung.
Residents around Kaohsiung Port witnessed a notable military movement as four Clouded Leopard armored vehicles, accompanied by multiple support trucks, rolled into position. The armored vehicles were seen with turrets aimed outward toward the perimeter, signaling a heightened state of readiness.
In parallel, the Air Force units are scheduled to return from aerial combat drills today to carry out hot refueling exercises—simulating rapid battlefield refueling under operational conditions.
Meanwhile, with Typhoon warnings in effect for southern Taiwan, the military has also adjusted some troop assignments to support local disaster relief efforts, demonstrating the dual-role capabilities of Taiwan’s armed forces in both national defense and humanitarian response.
The Han Kuang series is Taiwan’s largest annual military exercise, aimed at strengthening joint operations and readiness in the face of evolving security threats.
