00:03An armored convoy rolls through New Taipei, near one of Taiwan's busiest ports.
00:07It's all part of combat readiness drills near the port of Taipei.
00:10These exercises and the military's decision to deploy its first dedicated drone squadron to the area in July, demonstrate the
00:17port's importance.
00:30We see today the vehicles are the most important part of the military's mission.
00:46Taipei port is critical to keeping Taiwan connected to the outside world and provides a direct water route to the
00:51capital through the Danxui River.
00:52It lies just over 20 kilometers away from the presidential office and legislature, making it a vital defensive location.
00:58That's why it has become a focal point of military preparations.
01:02Last year's Hanguang drill saw units practicing repelling and invading force by erecting coastal defenses, mining waterways, and deploying missiles.
01:09And Tuesday's exercises are part of the Defense Ministry's efforts to deter a possible decapitation strike.
01:15A sudden attack on Taiwan's leadership with the goal of quickly forcing a surrender.
01:19China's military has reportedly practiced such strikes in recent years.
01:22The units here today are only part of the troops tasked with protecting the port.
01:26Marines, Coast Guard units, and military police are also on call.
01:30This port is the entry point to Taipei.
01:33Exercises here ensure that troops are familiar with local conditions and well prepared for an emergency scenario and one of
01:39Taiwan's key defense hubs.
01:41Yizen Chen and Larry Siano in New Taipei City for Taiwan Plus.
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