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Reporter Chen Zhengyu / Yilan Report
President Tsai Ing-wen went to the port of Yilan Suao (15) today to attend the “Naming Ceremony of the First Tracking, Launching and Rapid Delivery Vessel of the Navy’s First High Performance Ship Rapid Mining Vessel.” Despite the wind and rain, Tsai Ing-wen climbed aboard and observed the ship in person. . In her speech, Tsai Ing-wen noted that fast mine-laying ships can complete the task of deploying mines in sea areas, ports, and other combat locations in the shortest time possible. “The automatic mine laying system developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences is the most advanced and high-performance equipment in the world.”
▼ ▲ Tsai Ing-wen organized the delivery and presentation of the flag of the first ship of the “Fast Minecraft” today. (Photo by reporter Chen Zhengyu)
Longde Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. held the Navy’s “First Ship Naming and Launching Ceremony and Rapid Delivery of Mining Ships” this morning on the 6th floor of Suao Port in Yilan. It was organized by Tsai Ing-wen and invited the President of the Legislative Yuan, Mr. You Xikun, Also present were the Secretary General of the National Security Council, Gu Lixiong, the Minister of National Defense Yan Defa, the President of the Retirement Council Feng Shikuan, Chief of Staff Huang Shuguang, Naval Commander Liu Zhibin, and President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Mr. Zhang Zhongzheng.
In her speech, Tsai Ing-wen noted: “The independence of national defense is a policy that we attach great importance to. After firm determination, careful planning and rigorous implementation, considerable results have been achieved in the last four years, especially during this year. Shipbuilding has achieved exciting results. Whether from the beginning of submarine manufacturing, the launch of the 4,000-ton Chiayi ship of the sea liner, the delivery of frigates last week or the delivery of ships Navy rapid mine laying today, In addition to the appointment of the subsequent launch of the high-performance ship, it has been repeatedly proven that the national shipbuilding is developing in full and in all respects. The handover ceremony and Today’s launch of the ship demonstrates our determination to defend the sea and territories in all respects. “
Tsai Ing-wen said: “In response to the threat from the enemy, the advancement of national defense technology and the battlefield environment, we must have the concept and actions of asymmetric operations when building the defensive force and developing weapons highly mobile and accurate. Equipment, used to deter the enemy from attacking. Today’s two ships have high-speed maneuverability. Among them, the Tuojiang ship has gained international recognition. After the prototype ship has improved in performance, it has a power more powerful attack fire. It can complete the task of deploying mines in maritime areas, ports and other combat locations in the shortest time possible. Automatic mine laying system developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences is the most advanced equipment and the world’s high performance. “
Tsai Ing-wen hopes: “I believe that the addition of these two classes of ships will be able to adapt to the battlefield environment, make tactical planning more flexible, and achieve the combat objectives of deterring and delaying landing on the islands. It is very important to enhance the combat power. Importance. Today, we also want to show the national defense research and development capabilities of Taiwan. At present, our national shipbuilding policy, from large warships to small ships, does not only has excellent performance, but can be built quickly. Internal equipment and components, The proportion of manufacturing is also increasing. In the future, we may also become a source of supply for equipment and related components in western democracies, boosting the defense industry improvement “.
▼ ▲ Tsai Ing-wen braved the wind and rain and personally boarded the fast mine-laying boat to watch.
Furthermore, Tsai Ing-wen also mentioned: “As mentioned above, the automatic mine laying system on the mine laying boat is the first technology in the world. This shows that we can do it no matter if it is a ship. big or small. We are determined and capable. We can complete the task of national shipbuilding and let the world see our national defense research and development energy. In addition, promoting national shipbuilding not only demonstrates our determination to protect sovereignty It also improves the technology and kinetic energy of the defense industry and the shipbuilding industry. Local talents that belong to us. “
Tsai Ing-wen further explained: “Take today’s Longde shipbuilding for example, it has cultivated many exceptional children in Yilan. Let’s take a look at the factories around it. This is a new factory built according to the order of the National Shipbuilding Corporation The shipbuilding industry creates the future It can be said that the national shipbuilding in the national defense policy has created a win-win situation by “improving the combat capability of the national armed forces” , “cultivate future talents in R&D” and “promote the development of local industries”.
Finally, Tsai Ing-wen emphasized: “I would like to especially thank Longde Shipbuilding, the staff of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and all the brothers and sisters in the navy. Thanks to their joint efforts, the future of the construction industry The country’s navy will surely be full of hope. As the commander of the three ROC armies, I will definitely continue to work hard with you to achieve our goals together. Thank you. “
▼ ▲ The navy boarded a fast boat to lay mines and raised the national flag. (Photo by reporter Chen Zhengyu)
The Navy recently stated that the Army prepares “fast mine-laying boats” based on enemy threats and combat requirements, combined with current plans for mine-laying operations, to strengthen the threat of enemy vessel transit. and create a favorable situation for joint defense operations.
The Navy noted that this case was signed by the Ministry of National Defense and Longde Shipbuilding Company on November 26, 1987. According to the construction schedule, the launch of the first vessel and the safety ceremony of the second vessel will take place. carried out on August 4, 2009. As scheduled, with quality and with a budget to complete the delivery of the four ships by the end of the ROC 110, the military will continue to maintain a prudent and rigorous attitude and risk management , implementing the national shipbuilding policy and asking for the support of the people.