Armed Forces of The Philippines
can be called “credible” in defending its territories, this was the
announcement made by DND (Department of National Defense) as the completion of
14 Big defense items worth P6.2 million that will be completed before 2015.
This completion includes delivery
of assault rifles for Army and Marines, the additional units of UH-1H choppers
for Air Force, the acquisition of close combat optics, and the explosive
ordnance disposal equipment.
Defense Secretary Voltaire T.
Gazmin said that "We are getting closer to our desired state
in terms of capability and readiness with our recent acquisitions, and those we
are expecting to be delivered in the next few months."
37 projects already been
completed under Aquino administration, amounting to Php9.2 billion.
Gazmin said that first two units
of 12 FA-50 lead—in fighter/trainers worth P18.9 billion from South Korea are expected
to arrive next year.
The term “minimum credible defense posture”
pertains to establishment of effective force presence inside Philippines and
its exclusive economic zone with exhibited competence to defend country and
protect national interests if need arises.
The AFP modernization program 2013—2017
has budget of P85.3 billion will be spread over a five—year period.
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