The Taiwanese military has stationed troops at a key airport in the capital to bolster defenses against potential “decapitation strikes.”
“Decapitation strikes” refer to military attacks on high-value individuals or facilities, aiming to cripple a nation’s command-and-control capabilities and create chaos.
According to local media, over 100 soldiers from the 66th Marine Brigade have reinforced the 202nd Military Police Command guarding the Taipei International Airport (Songshan Airport).
Photographs showing the troops with commercial airliners and civilian buildings confirm the deployment.
The duration of the troops’ stay at the critical location remains unclear.
Adopting New Strategic Approach
The 66th Marine Brigade tasked with defending against decapitation strikes has been reorganized as a strategic reserve force for rapid deployment in response to urgent threats.
It now operates under the general staff’s command.
As part of the reorganization, the brigade has removed armor and artillery units, mirroring tactics used by the US Marine Corps.
Instead, the brigade will incorporate a drone unit to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.
While the primary focus is on Songshan Airport, plans are in place to expand the Marine’s responsibilities to the Boai Special District, home to several ministries and government facilities, including the Presidential Office Building.
