The U.S. is standing firm on its decision to keep the mid-range missile system in the Philippines, despite objections from China. The system, known as Typhon, has the capability to target Chinese locations and has been in place since joint exercises earlier this year.
Located strategically in the South China Sea near Taiwan, the Philippines plays a crucial role in U.S. military strategy in Asia. This has resulted in condemnation from China and Russia, accusing the U.S. of escalating an arms race in the region.
Recent sea and air confrontations have escalated tensions between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea. Filipino and U.S. forces continue to train with the Typhon system, with plans for its potential use in conflicts being evaluated.
Sleepless nights
The deployment of the Typhon, armed with SM-6 missiles and Tomahawks, has raised security concerns in the region. The U.S. aims to counter China’s military advancements with its own anti-ship weapons, including the Typhon system in the Indo-Pacific.
Anti-ship weapons
China’s militarization of islands in the South China Sea has further heightened tensions. Despite reassurances from Philippine officials that the missile system poses no threat to China, the presence of the Typhon system continues to be a point of contention in the region.
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