Taiwan Boosts Domestic Explosives Output Following Failed International Procurement

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Published: 2026-07-22T07:37:00Z
Category: military-and-conflict
Source: Taiwan News
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Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense has announced plans to increase its domestic production of Royal Demolition Explosive (RDX). This decision comes after a major international procurement contract was canceled because the supplier could not obtain an export license. The move highlights a strategic shift towards greater self-sufficiency in Taiwan's defense capabilities.

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