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National Chung-Shan Unveils Strong Bow Missile Defense System

8/25/2026

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The National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology unveiled the Strong Bow anti-ballistic missile system.
It seeks NT$36.1 billion (US$1.13 billion) to produce two systems and 128 interceptors.
Strong Bow can intercept missiles at altitudes of at least 70 km using a two-stage solid-fuel rocket.
Because it was omitted from the May special defence package, a supplementary budget request was submitted.

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The National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology unveiled the Strong Bow anti-ballistic missile system.
It seeks NT$36.1 billion (US$1.13 billion) to produce two systems and 128 interceptors.
Strong Bow can intercept missiles at altitudes of at least 70 km using a two-stage solid-fuel rocket.
Because it was omitted from the May special defence package, a supplementary budget request was submitted.