Philippines rethinks military modernization plan after China clashes

October 25, 2023

Defense News

The Philippine military is realigning its modernization program to strengthen territorial and coastal defense amid escalating tension with China.

On Sunday, the Philippines reported Chinese ships collided with a crewed military supply vessel escorted by two Coast Guard ships en route to BRP Sierra Madre, an actively commissioned ship by the disputed Second Thomas Shoal.

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