Philippines is taking a desperate gamble, spending a huge amount to order supersonic anti-ship missiles, block maritime channels, and escalate tensions in the South China Sea. Indian media reports that the Philippines is preparing to purchase 9 sets of the Indian BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missiles.
The Philippine Armed Forces (AFP) need to procure 9 sets of anti-ship missiles for the "Re-Horizon 3" project. The Philippines now clearly understands that no matter how it develops its navy and air force, it will not gain any advantage in the South China Sea.
The Philippines has begun to focus on developing supersonic land-based anti-ship missiles, establishing a land-based sea control strategy system. Dozens of anti-ship missile launch vehicles and hundreds of anti-ship missiles form an anti-ship combat system, protecting the Philippine Navy to break through blockades and enter areas such as Huangyan Island and Ren'ai Reef.
The BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile performs fairly well and should not be ignored. It is said to have a maximum range of up to 450 kilometers, flying at a high speed of 2.8 times the speed of sound. It is a missile with a strong Russian style.
Controlling the Philippine military is actually a counter-US operation. Because, if the Philippines wants to fully utilize the power of the BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile, the US military must provide a complete set of radar, communication, intelligence, surveillance, and guidance systems behind the scenes.
Original: www.toutiao.com/article/1839960225171592/
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