The Special Task Unit is a special operations unit of the Coast Guard Administration of Taiwan.
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The Special Task Unit is a special operations unit of the Coast Guard Administration of Taiwan.
The Special Task Unit is an elite special forces, maritime rescue, and counterterrorism unit of the CGA. [1] In 2010 the unit had 52 members distributed across five bases all of whom where career security forces professionals. [2]
Development of the Special Task Unit began in 2000 [2] and the unit was officially stood up in 2005 to address concerns about a rise in international terrorism. [3]
During the 36th annual Han Kuang exercises in 2020 they participated alongside special operations units from other branches in anti-decapitation drills. [4]
Certifications in lifeguarding, swim instructing, and SCUBA diving are required before even qualifying as a candidate. Candidates must undergo three months training with the Marine Corps’ Amphibious Reconnaissance and Patrol Unit followed by two months training with the Military Police's Special Service Unit. [2]
Training and physical fitness standards are extreme with a member's daily regimen including 100 pushups in under one minute. All members are proficient in at least two martial arts. [2]
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