Philippines to spend $35 billion on military modernization to counter China's influence.

The Philippines plans to modernize its military with $35 billion over a decade, acquiring BrahMos missiles from India, two submarines, and at least 40 fighter jets. The move aims to counter China's growing influence in the South China Sea, where tensions have escalated. The Philippines has also ordered corvette vessels from South Korea and is considering increased military cooperation with the US, Canada, France, Italy, and the UK.

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