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Japan Wants to Sell Air Defense, Maritime Surveillance Systems to Philippine Forces MANILA, Philippines — Japan wants to sell air defense, maritime surveillance and counter-drone systems to the Philippines amid its push to bolster forces in the South China Sea and Luzon Strait. The proposed sale of medium and short-range air defense systems was highlighted Wednesday on the sidelines of the 72nd founding anniversary of the Japan Self-Defense Force. The proposal represents a new phase in Tokyo’s longstanding security assistance to Manila and follows enhanced defense ties between the two countries through recent joint training and logistics agreements. During the founding anniversary event, Japanese firms Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and Toshiba showcased their
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