Philippines, Typhon

Philippines defends U.S. missile system deployment, seeks to acquire its own
The Philippines' defence minister on Tuesday justified the country's deployment of a U.S. medium-range missile system and plans to acquire its own, despite opposition from China, a longstanding rival in the South China Sea.
Philippines says it will buy U.S. Typhon missile system, angering China
The Philippines says it plans to buy the U.S. Typhon missile system as part of a push to secure its maritime interests, sparking warnings from China of a regional "arms race."
Philippines Says To Acquire US Typhon Missile System
The Philippines said Monday it planned to acquire the US Typhon missile system as part of a push to secure its maritime interests, sparking warnings from China of a regional "arms race".
China says Philippine plan to deploy midrange missiles would be 'extremely irresponsible'
China says a plan by the Philippines to deploy midrange missiles would be a provocative move that stokes regional tensions
Philippine army wants to buy Typhon system, China slams ‘extremely irresponsible choice’
The Typhon missile system has raised tensions between Manila and Beijing after its deployment in US-Philippine military drills.
Philippines Rejects China's Criticism Of US Missile Plan
The Philippine defence secretary rejected Chinese criticism of Manila's plans to acquire a US-built mid-range missile system, telling Beijing on Tuesday to stop its "saber rattling" and "interference" in internal affairs.
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The Philippines is going all-in on transition minerals and endangering Indigenous lands
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Philippines Cuts Rate, Signals More in Early 2025 Amid Risks
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Philippines facing ‘unprecedented’ back-to-back typhoons. Scientists now say climate crisis is to blame
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Philippines president says legal experts to consider clemency requests for Mary Jane Veloso
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Philippines denied 'Miracle of Hanoi' repeat as Patrick Deyto makes heartbreaking last-gasp error
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Typhon Arrives: Philippines Enhances Maritime Security
Securing Maritime Interests with Advanced Defense Systems The Philippines has announced its plan to acquire the U.S.-made ...