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1. Which country received the first batch of US-made Harpoon missile systems to enhance its coastal defence capabilities?
Taiwan has received its first batch of US-made Harpoon missile systems to strengthen its coastal defence. The Harpoon is an all-weather, over-the-horizon, anti-ship missile designed by McDonnell Douglas. These shore-mounted systems enhance Taiwan's ability to defend against naval threats, utilizing active radar homing and low-altitude flight patterns to evade enemy defences. The delivery of these missile systems is a strategic move aimed at bolstering Taiwan's maritime security, especially in light of growing regional tensions.