Lu Shiow-yen meets KMT lawmakers on drone ordinance, calls for decisive action

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen met with Kuomintang (KMT) legislators in Taipei on June 29 to discuss a proposed drone ordinance. The meeting aimed to gather input and build consensus for the legislation, which Lu believes is crucial for Taiwan's future industrial development.

Lu stressed that the drone ordinance is vital for establishing Taiwan's next "sacred mountain" industry, a term often used to denote strategically important national industries. She urged "mountain makers," referring to those driving innovation and development, to demonstrate determination and take action. "The drone ordinance is very important, it relates to Taiwan building the next sacred mountain industry," Lu stated. She added that this applies to both defense autonomy and future economic industries, emphasizing the need for swift legislative passage.

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The drone ordinance is very important, it relates to Taiwan building the next sacred mountain industry.

The mayor highlighted that the KMT's version of the ordinance proposes NT$240 billion (approximately $730 million USD), exceeding the NT$210 billion (approximately $640 million USD) proposed by the Executive Yuan and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). Lu asserted that the KMT's proposal is superior, offering more generous subsidies and broader encouragement for the industry. "This version is currently the best, the most lenient version," she said, urging the Executive Yuan and the DPP to "follow suit."

Lu has been actively engaged in promoting the drone sector. She is scheduled to co-host a drone forum with the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) in Taichung on July 2. Her recent meeting with legislators, including Huang Chien-hao, Lin Pei-hsiang, Liao Wei-hsiang, and Lai Shih-bao, underscores her commitment to advancing Taiwan's capabilities in drone technology and manufacturing.

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This version is currently the best, the most lenient version.