Government countersigns opposition-backed unmanned systems law
Posted on 2026-09-11 14:11:13
The Executive Yuan has countersigned an opposition-backed law setting out 240-billion N.T. in spending over six years for unmanned systems.
Executive Yuan Secretary-General Chang Tun-han (張惇涵) says national security and industrial upgrading cannot wait, and earlier military capability means stronger deterrence.
The law was passed by the Legislative Yuan last month and requires the funding to go through the annual budget process.
The KMT and TPP welcomed the countersignature, but used it to renew criticism of Premier Cho Jung-tai over other bills he has refused to countersign.
Both parties argue the premier should not be able to decide which laws passed by the legislature take effect.
The government has defended previous refusals on constitutional grounds, arguing some opposition-backed measures infringed on executive authority.
Customer Service Hotline: 02-8522-7177 | Email: icrtclub@icrt.com.tw Customer Service Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-6PM nternational Community Radio Taipei 19-5F, No. 5, Sec. 3, New Taipei Blvd., Xinzhuang Dist., New Taipei City 24250