Taxu is a heavily industrialised, high-tech world close to the Imperial border and thus a vital strategic objective in any conflict. It is the site of both Navy and Scout bases, and has a significant Imperial Army contingent in place as well as its own indigenous forces. Efate has seen a lot of unrest in recent years and is in the throes of a bogged-down counter-insurgency campaign. Although Amber Zone status has not been imposed, visitors are advised to be cautious.