Taiwan MND launches 14-measure recruitment drive amid military personnel shortage

INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY

Taiwan’s MND is rolling out 14 measures to boost military recruitment as the number of draft-eligible men is expected to fall below 80,000 in 2027 amid the island’s declining birth rate. Measures include partnerships with 116 universities and 432 high schools and vocational schools, higher recruitment bonuses and volunteer salaries, expanded campus outreach, increased recruiter staffing, and assignment adjustments based on personnel’s household registration.