To render inoperable sure, but invaders would surely be able to suss out some of their secrets from the remains.

I would suggest industrial espionage and luring away employees instead of invasion, if you are after secrets.

> To render inoperable sure, but invaders would surely be able to suss out some of their secrets from the remains.

Yes, but I have a suspicion the Taiwanese plans are a bit more involved than my sledge hammer idea.