Philippines deploys Typhon missile system to enhance defense capabilities
The Philippines has deployed the Typhon missile system to enhance its defense capabilities, according to National Security Adviser Eduardo Año. He emphasized that this move is not intended to threaten any nation and is part of the country's modernization efforts. China has criticized the deployment, claiming it could lead to an arms race and urging the Philippines to focus on peaceful development. A Chinese spokesperson stated that the Philippines risks surrendering its security by cooperating with the U.S. on this matter. Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. defended the Typhon deployment as legitimate and legal. Año dismissed concerns about an arms race as unfounded speculation, reaffirming the Philippines' right to strengthen its defense.