US Provides Missiles And Bombs To The Philippine Military. Renews Pledge To Defend Philippines

The Hill: O'Brien announces delivery of missiles, bombs to Philippines

National security adviser Robert O'Brien on Monday announced that the U.S. government was sending the Philippine military an arsenal of missiles and bombs in an apparent show of support to its ally as it deals with Islamic militants and territory disputes.

At a ceremony in Manila, O’Brien announced the delivery of the weapons on behalf of President Trump. According to Philippine Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr., Trump pledged $18 million worth of missiles when speaking to Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte during a phone conversation in the spring.

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