A brief update on the #Philippines: we'll be getting *both* #JAS39Gripen (s) & #F16 (s).
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Because of #Beijing’s massive defence build-up in the region, #SoutheastAsia air forces are ordering new equipment and eyeing more potent capabilities.

#China has built air bases on #FieryCrossReef and #SubiReef in the #SpratlyIslands, as well as two in the #ParacelIslands, which are contested with #Vietnam. #WestPHSea #SouthChinaSea

https://www.flightglobal.com/defence/southeast-asias-fixed-wing-combat-fleet-set-for-growth/156162.article

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