Taiwan drills send 'serious' message with more realism, internet throttling
Taiwan has increased the realism of its defense drills this year, incorporating measures such as internet throttling to simulate wartime conditions. The move is seen as a deterrence signal amid heightened regional tension.
Taiwan has made this year's defense drills more realistic than in previous years. The exercises were designed to more closely reflect a possible conflict scenario.
New elements include measures such as deliberately throttling internet speeds. Steps like this aim to simulate wartime conditions and test public readiness.
The development comes as tension between China and Taiwan persists. Analysts say the added realism carries a strong message on both deterrence and domestic preparedness.
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