AFP eyes midrange missiles, 40 fighter jets

By Reuters

Aug 30, 2024 12:27 am

THE Philippines wants to upgrade its military with midrange missiles and advanced fighter jets, two senior security officials said on Thursday, spending at least $33 billion as it modernizes its defense in the face of growing regional tensions.

The military wants to acquire more cutting-edge weaponry, Armed Forces chief Gen. Romeo Brawner told reporters, hours after Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro announced the Philippines was reviewing offers to buy more weapons.

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. AP PHOTO

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