This session will examine the defense policy differences between the Pan-Blue and Pan-Green factions, and discuss how the outcome of the upcoming elections in Taiwan could impact future Taiwan defense policies and the future of the Taiwan military transformation efforts.

This session will comprise discussions on Taiwan's response to new challenges in national defense. That includes system and network security, and how information assurance issues may influence the US-Taiwan defense relationship. In addition, the session will examine other emerging challenges that include resupply and maintenance, logistics support for new and existing systems, training, etc. These challenges will be discussed in light of their impact on the US-Taiwan defense relationship, and on emerging opportunities for U.S. and Taiwan businesses.

This session will examine Taiwan's force modernization plans in light of regional security issues, and their impact on the US-Taiwan defense relationship. It will examine how regional developments and internal changes, such as an increased focus on developing the indigenous defense industry, may affect the US-Taiwan dynamic. The session will also include a discussion on Taiwan's evolving defense doctrine and its impact on force modernization.