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KMT attacks military parade plans

'GALA DISPLAY' While the DPP defended the performance as a way to allow people to acquaint themselves with their military, detractors called it a bona fide military review

By Shih Hsiu-chuan and Ko Shu-ling  /  STAFF REPORTERS

Ministry of National Defense spokesman Major General Yu Sy-tue (虞思祖) confirmed yesterday that "some performances" will be held in front of the Presidential Office on National Day, but said that no final decision had been made on parachuting.

Army Command Headquarters, however, confirmed that the ministry issued a notice on Thursday asking its airborne troops to "be prepared."

"As long as clouds are above 3,000 feet [915m] and winds at less than 24kph, holding a parachute show in front of the Presidential Office should be no problem," said a high-ranking Army officer who wished to remain anonymous.

The officer, however, said that the potential for injury remained, as landing amid a large number of tall buildings requires great skill.

Additional reporting by Jimmy Chuang and Flora Wang

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