Days after China's military said it had conducted "strike drills" around Taiwanese sea and airspace, Taiwan announced its decision to extend the current four-month-long mandatory military service to a year. The longer service requirements will be implemented from 2024.

Taiwan to extend compulsory military service as China shows air power

Taiwan's population is dwindling. The result is that its military is seeing record-low recruitment figures. This comes at a time when tensions with China are worsening.

WION Fineprint | Taiwan's military intake the lowest in a decade

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Taiwan to extend compulsory military service as China shows air power

WION Fineprint | Taiwan's military intake the lowest in a decade