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Philippines bolsters coastal defenses in South China Sea amid tensions

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The Philippines is planning to establish coastal defense assets in Palawan, a move that includes the potential deployment of missile interceptor or shore-based anti-ship missile systems. This initiative, approved by the Puerto Princesa City Council, aims to bolster the country's defenses in the strategically important Oyster Bay, a key resupply hub for Philippine outposts in the South China Sea. Analysts, however, suggest that these measures may not be sufficient to close the military gap with China. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jeoffrey Maitem ·

    Philippines’ plan to fortify coastal defences: deterrence or target?

    A Philippine coastal defence project in Palawan province could complicate Chinese operations near the Spratly Islands, but is unlikely to close Manila’s military gap with Beijing and could turn one of the country’s most important naval hubs into a more prominent target in a crisi…

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