Taiwan launches major war games to test command flexibility

Taiwanese military reservists from an infantry battalion of the Taipei City Reserve Brigade take part in combat training in Taipei on Aug 5, 2026. (Photo: AFP/Cheng Yu-chen) 05 Aug 2026 05:09PM TAIPEI: Taiwan began major military drills on Wednesday (Aug 5) to test commanders' ability to fight on the fly when enemy mov

Taiwan began major military drills on Wednesday to test commanders’ ability to fight on the fly when enemy movements defy expectations, while temporarily limiting internet access for the first time, senior Taiwan officials said.

Officials say the drills will see how commanders can fight when enemy movements defy expectations, while also temporarily limiting internet access for the first time.

Taiwan launches major war games to test command flexibility  Reuters