Tag: West Philippine Sea

Mitsubishi F-2 Fighter

Philippines Eyes Mitsubishi F-2 Fighter in Strategic Move to Bolster Archipelagic Defense Against Rising Regional Tensions

The Asia Live News Service - June 28, 2025
Southeast Asia: The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has officially acknowledged its active evaluation of Japan’s Mitsubishi F-2 multirole fighter jet — a platform whose acquisition could mark a pivotal leap in Manila’s airpower projection and maritime defense capabilities. The announcement,...
BrahMos Missile

Philippines’ BrahMos Missile Acquisition: A Strategic Move Hampered by Limited Operational Capabilities

The Asia Live News Service - October 27, 2024
The acquisition of BrahMos missiles by the Philippines marked a historic milestone for the Southeast Asian nation, making it the first international customer for this advanced missile system co-developed by India and Russia. This acquisition underscores the Philippines' aim to...