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Philippines seeks drones and ‘system of systems’ for defence
By The BriefBrief · Sources (3)
Filed: Aug 26, 2026 at 7:09 AM ET
Summary: The Marcos Jr administration is expanding the military’s drone fleet as part of its external defence strategy, with Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr telling lawmakers that drones can help make forces harder to find, suppress and outmanoeuvre. Analysts cited in the article say drones are intended to complement, not replace, warships and aircraft.
WHO: Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr
WHAT: Teodoro tells lawmakers the Philippines needs to expand its drone fleet and pursue a ‘system of systems’ approach to external defence.
WHEN: Aug 26, 2026
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: Teodoro made the remarks to lawmakers as part of discussing the administration’s external defence strategy and drone expansion.
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