Philippines Mulls Funding for Acquiring F-16 Jets

Philippines mulls funding for acquiring F-16 jets

Land-based type of defense capability is the priority of the Philippines, considering the steep price of acquiring F-16 multirole fighter jets from the United States.

Babe Romualdez: F-16s on Philippines' wishlist but land-based weapons a priority

WASHINGTON - The Philippines is hoping to acquire fighter jets like the F-16s being offered by the United States, but will prioritize land-based weapons that are more affordable for its national defense, Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez said Tuesday.