Staff writer, with CNAPresident Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) yesterday promised to improve the personal equipment and living environment of the nation’s troops during a visit to a military base in Hsinchu. Tsai traveled to Taoyuan and Hsinchu to visit troops who will remain on duty throughout the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. As part of the tour, Ma Shu-jung (馬樹榮), head of the research and development division of the Armament Bureau’s 205th Armory, displayed military kit and personal equipment it has developed. Ma said the unit produces military helmets, combat vests and bulletproof vests, while contracting private companies to manufacture shooting glasses, elbow guards and boots. Tsai also paid a visit to the 66th Marine Brigade in Taoyuan to greet troops who will remain on duty during the holiday.

Source: Taipei Times September 12, 2016 16:02 UTC