The Philippine navy is currently undergoing a modernisation drive. Photo: EPA-EFE
Philippine navy seeks ‘dream fleet’ in South China Sea, buys two South Korean warships to ramp up maritime defences
- The navy hopes the corvettes worth US$556 million will boost its maritime strength in the resource-rich waterways where Manila faces a dispute with Beijing
- The acquisition is part of the country’s effort to modernise its navy which is largely dependent on allies to counter China’s maritime assertiveness
The Philippine navy is currently undergoing a modernisation drive. Photo: EPA-EFE