Philippines installs Japanese radars near Taiwan to monitor Bashi Channel, boost security.

The Philippines is installing Japanese-supplied radars on the Batanes islands, close to Taiwan, to boost coastal surveillance and monitor the Bashi Channel. This move aims to enhance security cooperation with allies amid tensions between China and Taiwan. The radars, valued at $3.8 million, were provided by Japan in 2023 to help keep the Bashi Channel open and as a potential evacuation route for Filipinos if conflict arises.

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