Enhanced Taiwan security guide issued amidst growing China security concern
Taiwan Issues Updated Civil Defense Handbook Amidst Regional Tensions
Taiwan has released a new civil defense handbook, aiming to provide its citizens with practical advice on how to cope during a crisis. The handbook, designed for people of all ages, features cartoon characters and offers guidance on various potential scenarios, from sabotage of undersea cables to an all-out invasion.
According to Lin Fei-fan, Deputy Secretary-General of Taiwan's National Security Council, the global situation, whether in Europe or the Indo-Pacific region, is a concern for Taiwan. He also stated that China's ambitions for authoritarian expansion are being felt by countries around the world.
The handbook highlights potential security risks from China-made tech devices such as cameras and applications, including China's DeepSeek AI and social media platforms WeChat and TikTok. It advises individuals to leave the area or take cover in a safe location, away from windows, and avoid taking photos or videos for upload, should they find themselves in the presence of a suspected enemy.
The handbook also warns about ongoing misinformation campaigns against Taiwan. It states that "hostile foreign forces" may exploit misinformation to divide and weaken Taiwan's resolve with the help of deepfake videos and local collaborators.
Lai Ching-te, Taiwan's President, has rejected Beijing's territorial claims, asserting that only Taiwan's people can decide their future. China, however, has never renounced the use of force to bring Taiwan under its control and has blamed President Lai for raising tensions, calling him a "separatist."
The handbook is not intended to instill fear, but to help people develop better coping strategies when a real crisis occurs, according to Lin. It provides tips on how to communicate with children about an emergency and offers guidance on finding bomb shelters via smartphone apps and preparing emergency kits for family members, including pets.
Taiwan has taken inspiration for the updated handbook from survival guides planned by democracies like the Czech Republic and France. However, the name of the person responsible for overseeing the updated civil defense handbook in Taiwan is not explicitly stated in the available search results.
Despite requests for comment, none of the Chinese-owned companies mentioned in the handbook responded regarding the potential security risks associated with their products. Shen Wei-chih, a security expert, has stated that such actions could compromise military movements, which is harmful to defensive operations.
In the event of a military invasion of Taiwan, any claim of government surrender or nation defeat is false, according to official statements. During such a time, it is crucial for citizens to remain vigilant and follow the instructions provided in the civil defense handbook.
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