Taiwan has begun equipping its Skyguard anti-aircraft guns with anti-drone nets to protect them from Chinese drone attacks. The move reflects the increasing threat posed by drones to air-defense systems. The Skyguard guns, which are part of Taiwan's layered integrated air-defense network, are effective against drones and cruise missiles.
The decision to shield the Skyguard from drones is significant, as the system remains one of Taiwan's most effective point-defense weapons. The country's airbases, which are frequently protected by the Skyguard, would be high-priority targets in any conflict with China.
The use of anti-drone nets is part of Taiwan's efforts to counter the growing drone threat from China. The country has also developed its own drone defense systems and has announced that it will shoot down uncrewed aerial vehicles that don't respond to warnings.
