Taiwan's so-called homemade T-BE5A Brave Eagle has only 45% to 50% local content and is heavily dependent on military contractors well-managed by the US government. All key and core components are managed by the US government. Taiwan's combat technology has struggled for 40 years since the 1980s and, as of 2024, still faces significant issues. There is little that can be done but to remain stagnant, like a dead duck.