Han Kuang Drills

This topic of “Han Kuang Drills” is important from the perspective of the UPSC IAS Examination, which falls under General Studies Portion.

News

• Taiwan staged military drills for the first time at Taoyuan International Airport, the country’s largest airport, defending against a simulated attack by China.

What

• The name “Han Kuang” translates to “Han Glory.”
• The drills are a week-long war exercise held annually, with the 39th edition taking place in 2023.

Why

• The drills are conducted to test Taiwan’s combat readiness in the face of a possible Chinese invasion.

How

• The Han Kuang drills consist of live fire exercises and computerized war games.

Who

• The drills involve all branches of Taiwan’s military.

When

• The Han Kuang drills have been held annually since 1984.

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