In a significant victory for national defense, the Philippine Senate has successfully restored PHP10 billion to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Fund, reversing cuts made by the lower chamber. Senators JV Ejercito and Ronald dela Rosa championed the restoration, citing the sensitive situation in the West Philippine Sea as a key reason for increasing support for military modernization. This move aims to bolster the AFP’s capabilities in various critical areas, including aviation, cyber systems, and tactical vehicles, ensuring the country’s defense infrastructure is equipped to handle evolving security challenges.
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