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Taiwan wants to buy India's D4 anti-drone system? Taiwanese official calls reports ‘unconfirmed'
In a statement to Firstpost, Taipei Economic and Cultural Center has clarified that the island nation has not released any official statement confirming its interest in India's D4 anti-drone system read more Last week, several media outlets reported that Taiwan has shown interest in purchasing India's state-of-the-art D4 anti-drone system, developed by the Defence Research and Developed Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). The reports suggested that Taiwan's interest in the D4 system grew following its success in the Operation Sindoor where it jammed and neutralised Pakistani drones, including Turkish-supplied Bayraktar TB2 drones. Clarification from Taiwan However, the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in India has now clarified that the country's Ministry of National Defense has not released any official statement corroborating the same. The TECC in a statement to Firstpost stated that the Taiwanese government has not released any statement confirming any such interest. 'While these news reports have circulated, there has been no official corroboration from Taipei. Officials in Taiwan have not publicly commented on any potential defense acquisitions from India, including the D4 anti-drone system,' said Col. Huang Ming Chieh of TECC. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The statement also added that details regarding D4 anti-drone system's operational deployment and specific successes were not confirmed by the government of India and were only reported by media outlets. 'Details regarding its operational deployment and specific successes, including those attributed to 'Operation Sindoor,' are based on media reporting and have not been officially detailed by the Indian government,' it added. While the TECC didn't reject the reports in Indian media, it also refused to confirm them. 'Therefore, based on the current information available from official Taiwanese channels, the reports of an impending purchase of the Indian D4 anti-drone system by Taiwan remain unconfirmed. The TECC's statement underscores the lack of any official communication or planning regarding such a defense procurement,' said Huang in the statement. Significance of India-Taiwan defence ties A successful agreement with Taiwan could foster enhanced defence collaboration, possibly involving joint development of cutting-edge counter-drone systems. Moreover, amid China's assertive actions in the Indo-Pacific, India's strategic engagement with Taiwan could act as a vital counterbalance, transforming the region's security landscape.
The Print
27-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
V-C in attendance, JNU renews joint research pact with Taipei Economic & Cultural Centre in India
Amongst the areas covered under the agreement include joint research between JNU and institutions in Taiwan, conferences and forums, facilitating exchanges to deepen understanding between New Delhi and Taipei, and facilitating increased cooperation between the two sides. The original agreement was first signed in 2022. On Monday, JNU Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit signed the agreement along with Baushuan Ger, the Representative to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre (TECC), in the presence of Amitabh Mattoo, the Dean of the School of International Studies at JNU. New Delhi: The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has renewed an agreement with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in India promoting joint research with academic institutions in Taiwan, and allowing for collaborative academic initiatives with a focus on Taiwan studies in India. At the signing event, Pandit pointed out Taiwan's strong support for India in its fight against terrorism and highlighted the necessity for enhancing cooperation between the two sides, given the current geopolitical situation. A few weeks earlier, JNU suspended its cooperation with the Inonu University in Türkiye, citing national security concerns. Other universities including Jamia Millia Islamia suspended cooperation with Turkish universities in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor. Ankara has supported Pakistan since the launch of India's Operation Sindoor. In contrast, Taiwan expressed its 'firm' support for India to take all measures necessary to 'safeguard' its national security. Though India acknowledges the One China Policy, which recognises Taiwan as a part of the People's Republic of China (PRC), the two sides have maintained diplomatic links in recent years. Last year, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his election victory. In response, Modi thanked the Taiwanese leader and sought 'closer ties' with Taipei, in both the economic and technological arenas. At the event, Buashuan Ger, the representative of the TECC in India, highlighted the need for enhancing cooperation and finding new avenues for the same between New Delhi and Taipei. The other attendees at the signing included Ravikesh, Registrar of JNU, Robert Hsieh Bor-huei, Deputy Representative of the TECC and Tsai Jen-Chun, Assistant Representative at the TECC. (Edited by Tony Rai) Also Read: How was JNU imagined? Design archives show the planning of a micro-city and a nation
Int'l Business Times
23-05-2025
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
Jack Byrd's Security Training Programs at Solaren: An Industry Assessment
Jack K. Byrd III , CEO of Solaren Risk Management, has developed the company from a small startup to a security provider with operations across the southeastern United States since its founding in 2017 with Curtis E. Dodson. Previously employed at the Davidson County Sheriff's Office, Byrd has implemented rigorous training programs for the company's personnel. "One of the most important aspects of any industry is the level of expertise required to be successful," explains Bethany Gill, Solaren's Chief Operations Officer. "In the security field, training courses aren't just mandatory by state law—they're essential for learning how to effectively secure people, places, and assets." Training Program Structure Solaren's training regimen includes both state-mandated certification courses and additional specialized training. These programs are designed to address both compliance requirements and practical field skills. " Solaren Risk Management has been a private security provider for seven years, and we've proven ourselves by consistently supplying professional and qualified security personnel, thanks to the rigorous training we put them through," Gill notes. "We continue this commitment to education by requiring regular training each year to renew licenses and refresh our officers on the latest advances in safety technology and tactics." Solaren's training is conducted by a combination of in-house staff and external instructors. "Our training coordinator, Darrell Webb, is phenomenal," says Gill. "He's active law enforcement and he knows his stuff for sure. He does a lot of the training through the law enforcement agency, the department that he works in." Gill notes that Jack Byrd also maintains active involvement in the training program: "Jack himself is qualified to be a trainer in a lot of capacities and he's a nut about the training classes. He's always interested in learning new stuff, trying new things." Training Content Areas Solaren's curriculum includes standard security certifications as well as specialized training modules. One focus area is documentation procedures, which the company describes as crucial for effective security operations. "We have regular report writing classes because not everybody knows how to write a report. Not everybody knows what categories on their report mean," explains Gill. The company also provides tactical medical training, specifically the Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) course, a three-day course that covers topics like how to use tourniquets and how to do CPR. Gill recounts an incident where this training was applied: "Somebody ran up on one of our guards while he was working as security at a bar; he was on the street doing ID checks. A guy ran up to him and had been stabbed in the arm. And this officer that we had applied a tourniquet—not everybody knows how to apply a tourniquet. The fact that he had that know-how, and he was trained in that capacity, and he actually used that knowledge in the field ultimately helped save a life." Solaren's other training components include armed and unarmed security certification, active shooter response, de-escalation techniques, and Dallas Law certification for bar security in Nashville. Employee Recognition System Solaren has implemented performance recognition programs that acknowledge excellence in adhering to the company's training standards. "At the end of the year, we have a Christmas party, a company Christmas party that we do," Gill explains. "If somebody based on those performance evaluations throughout the year has just done an exceptional job, they'll get an award, which usually correlates with some kind of pay boost." "They could receive an extra week's worth of pay, or if they get a major award, it's two weeks of pay or maybe something like that added onto their next check," she notes. "There's a lot of incentive that we give them to do a good job." In the case of the security officer who applied a tourniquet, additional recognition was provided. "We also took him to Bridgestone. We took him to see a show, whatever show he wanted, he picked it out. Everything that night was covered," shares Gill. Internal Advancement Opportunities Solaren maintains an internal promotion pathway, which the company describes as an important element of their personnel development strategy, with positions ranging from field personnel to operations coordinators. "Nine times out of 10, coordinators are people who have worked for us out in the field and have really done a good job," explains Gill. "We've got plenty of people that we've pulled in from out in the field to become field operations coordinators, people who work in the office and supervise multiple people because they've just proven themselves out in the field." "They are always on time, they always do a good job. They know what to do in situations." Technological Training Components As with many security firms, Solaren reports incorporating technology training into its professional development programming. This includes instruction on communication systems and surveillance equipment. "We try to cover as many bases as possible. When it comes to the training aspect, it's very important," Gill emphasizes. For large-scale security operations, the company describes an extended preparation process: "We spend months in advance preparing for an event. We make sure that everybody knows where they're going to be, knows what equipment they're going to be issued." Field Decision-Making Approach According to company materials, the training philosophy at Solaren emphasizes independent problem-solving capabilities, an approach that enhances the efficiency of their service delivery, which often requires split-second decisions. "We do our best to make sure that our team can do things mainly by themselves and solve their own problems, rather than a 'teach a man to fish' kind of situation," explains Gill. While personnel have a level of independence supported by training, the company also utilizes mobile technology to support field personnel: "The app that we use to organize everybody, it's got forms, it's got documents on there. If we need a document from you, we're going to put it on there so you can easily just do it from your phone," notes Gill. Performance Measurement Methods Solaren implements regular performance evaluations to assess security personnel. "We do those both quarterly and annually," Gill shares. These evaluations consider multiple factors, including punctuality, client feedback, and incident response effectiveness. Client feedback appears to be weighted heavily in these assessments: "If the clients themselves say a really good thing about this specific guard, then that resounds with us very deeply," explains Gill. Industry Context and Challenges Since its founding with two employees in 2017, Solaren has grown significantly, with company sources claiming over 1,200 personnel as of 2025 and operations in five U.S. states. The company has expanded to provide services including armed and unarmed security, off-duty police services, and investigation services for commercial and government clients. But Solaren's training approach exists within an industry facing significant workforce challenges. Gill acknowledges these challenges: "It's hard to find people who genuinely are just passionate about this kind of industry." The company has expanded its training to address emerging security concerns, including cybersecurity, deepfakes, and infrastructure protection, according to company news publications, and it continues to provide services for major events and has been involved in disaster response operations as well.
Hans India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
TECC vows to find solutions to employee demands
Hyderabad: Stating that retired employees were facing problems with the government not giving them retirement benefits, the Telangana Employees Coordination Committee (TECC) on Monday said it would work for solving the problems faced by the employees. Addressing a press conference here, the committee members, who are mostly BRS leaders who had representatives of the employees' organisations like V Srinivas Goud, K Swamy Goud, said that the employees were facing many problems. He said that by the Formation Day on June 2, the government should be giving 5 DAs to the employees. The government should have given PRC, pensions, the employees should get health card and cashless treatment should be given to them. The home guards were not getting salaries. The government should fulfil five demands of the employees. Swami Goud said that the government should fulfil the demands of the trade unions. The government should take steps to provide the retirement benefits to 10,000 retired employees. As promised, the new pension system should be cancelled and old pension should be given to them. G Devi Prasad alleged that the state Government was behaving adversely towards employees. A committee was formed for finding solutions for the problems of employees but there was no response yet. It took six months to set up a committee of ministers, but what happened? The government is wasting time in the name of the committee. What is the committee headed by Naveen Mittal doing, he asked. He said that the Telangana Employees Coordination Committee would fight to solve the issues of the employees. Pathuri Sudhakar Reddy said that this was not a competitive committee but a coordination committee to solve the issues of the employees. This committee would give benefits to the employees in the coming days.
