Episode 20: Drones and Strategy - How Taiwan’s Industry is Taking Flight

From Ukraine’s battlefields to Taiwan’s rice paddies, drones are redefining the way we think about technology. In this episode, we explore Taiwan’s push to build its own drone ecosystem—spanning defense, agriculture, smart cities, and global supply chains. Can Taiwan move from follower to strategic player in this high-stakes industry? 🎧 Tune in to hear: Why the global drone market is exploding after Ukraine Taiwan’s “Drone National Team” and startup ecosystem Key opportunities in defense, agriculture, and disaster response The challenges of scaling, regulation, and capital intensity Strategic implications: from semiconductors to drones 👉 For deeper analysis, read the full blog post here: https://whitehsu.blog/2025/09/04/taiwans-drone-industry-growth/ ✨ If you enjoyed this episode, follow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my Taiwan Tech Dispatch Newsletter for weekly insights: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/white-hsu-63b14737/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/taiwan-tech-dispatch-7355532535025586178 -- Hosting provided by SoundOn