#PAF has 2 candidates - the Lockheed #F16 & the SAAB #Gripen. Both are good choices for an #MRF.
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Brawner said the President gave the green light on the measure during Thursday's first-semester command conference in #CampAguinaldo, #QuezonCity.

However, he said a decision has yet to be made on what #MRFs the #Philippines would buy. #WestPHSea #JAS39Gripen

Brawner: PBBM OKs AFP's 'intention' to acquire multi-role fighters (#MRFs)
https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1228277

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Brawner: PBBM OKs AFP's 'intention' to acquire multi-role fighters

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has already approved the military's "intention" to acquire multi-role fighters (MRFs) to be used in boosting the country's defensive capabilities, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. said on Thursday. Brawner said the…

The #MRFs (Multi Role Fighters) are expected to backstop the military's existing fleet of 12 South Korean-made Mach 1.5 capable #FA50PH light #JetFighters." #Philippines #PAF #MRF #JAS39Gripen

#Sweden offers #JAS39 aircraft for PH #AirForceModernization
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Sweden offers JAS-39 aircraft for PH Air Force modernization

MANILA – Sweden has again offered its Saab JAS 39 "Gripen" multi-role fighter aircraft for the modernization needs of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) which is looking to beef up its fleet. This developed following Monday's courtesy call of Sweden Ambassador to Manila Annika Thunborg to Department…