Defense Conversion of the Aviation Industry in Mainland China and Taiwan

Abstract

Mainland China and Taiwan are each implementing large-scale defense industry readjustment programs, the main objectives of which include ending full state financial support for defense industries, enabling them to switch to civilian production while continuing to meet the state’s military demands, and promoting mutual support between defense and civilian industries. This article will use the aviation industry as an example in discussing mainland China and Taiwan’s respective reasons and measures for defense conversion. Their difficulties in developing their respective aviation industries will also be examined.