Special Task Unit
Taiwanese Coast Guard Unit
The Special Task Unit is a special operations unit of the Coast Guard Administration of Taiwan.
Overview
The Special Task Unit is an elite special forces, maritime rescue, and counterterrorism unit of the CGA.[1] In 2010 the unit had 52 members distributed across five bases all of whom where career security forces professionals.[2]
History
Development of the Special Task Unit began in 2000[2] and the unit was officially stood up in 2005 to address concerns about a rise in international terrorism.[3]
During the 36th annual Han Kuang exercises in 2020 they participated alongside special operations units from other branches in anti-decapitation drills.[4]
Training
Certifications in lifeguarding, swim instructing, and SCUBA diving are required before even qualifying as a candidate. Candidates must undergo three months training with the Marine Corps’ Amphibious Reconnaissance and Patrol Unit followed by two months training with the Military Police's Special Service Unit.[2]
Training and physical fitness standards are extreme with a member's daily regimen including 100 pushups in under one minute. All members are proficient in at least two martial arts.[2]
See also
- Thunder Squad
- List of military special forces units
References
- ^ Chen, Kelvin (10 July 2020). "Special forces teams to conduct joint drill during 36th Han Kuang exercise". www.taiwannews.com.tw. Taiwan News. Retrieved 9 August 2020.
- ^ a b c d Chuang, Jimmy (21 August 2010). "CGA's Special Task Unit marks 10th anniversary". www.taipeitimes.com. Taipei Times. Retrieved 10 November 2020.
- ^ "Territorial Water Security". www.cga.gov.tw. Coast Guard Administration. Retrieved 10 November 2020.
- ^ Sung, Brian (6 August 2020). "Han Kuang showcases progress". www.taipeitimes.com. Taipei Times. Retrieved 9 August 2020.
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