Philippine Navy plans to acquire two corvette warships and six offshore patrol vessels

The Philippine Navy plans to acquire two additional corvette warships and six offshore patrol vessels as part of its modernization program. This follows a $35 billion budget allocation for the third phase of the Armed Forces modernization efforts. Earlier this year, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved revisions to the program, which aims to enhance various military capabilities, including cyber and command and control systems. This announcement comes amid ongoing tensions in the South China Sea, where the Philippine Navy continues patrols despite aggressive actions from China. An international tribunal previously ruled in favor of the Philippines regarding territorial claims, a decision China does not recognize.