Teodoro Confirms Japan's Five Warships For Major Philippine Navy Expansion

Teodoro Confirms Japan's Five Warships For Major Philippine Navy Expansion The Philippines is preparing to acquire five Abukuma-class destroyer escorts from Japan in a major step toward strengthening its navy. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. says the agreement is largely settled, but delivery dates and technical arrangements still need work. This video examines the ships’ capabilities, Japan’s defense partnership with Manila, and the significant long-term costs of transporting, training crews, maintaining, and safely integrating these aging warships into Philippine service. #PhilippineNavy #GilbertoTeodoro #JapanPhilippines #AbukumaClass #SouthChinaSea For more updates, breaking stories & in-depth coverage, visit our website: www.globalnow.news Disclaimer: This video may contain licensed visual materials supplied by Agence France-Presse (AFP) and other authorized news or media sources. Such materials are incorporated into original editorial content for news reporting, commentary, analysis, and informational purposes. All third-party materials remain the property of their respective rights holders. #GlobalNowNews