US Finalizes $5.58 Billion Sale of F-16 Fighter Jets to the Philippines

Philippines tells China possible F-16 jet deal not a threat to any nation

A security official said the planned acquisition is merely part of Manila’s efforts to modernise its military.

ThePatriotLight - Philippines assures China potential F-16 purchase not intended to harm any nation

ThePatriotLight - The potential purchase of F-16 jets by the Philippines from the United States does not harm the interests of any third party, including China, a Philippine security official said on Thursday.Philippines assures China potential F-16 purchase not intended to harm any nation

US Clears Possible $5B Sale of Jet Fighters to Philippines

The proposed acquisition of F-16 fighters would bolster Manila's ability to defend its own assets in disputed parts of the South China Sea.

By Brad Lendon, CNN The United States has approved the potential sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to Manila, giving its key Indo-Pacific ally a significant air force boost, just days after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pledged to counter “China aggression.” The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced the proposed sale of the F-16s and related equipment, valued at approximately $5.58 billion, in a statement Tuesday.

U.S. approves $5.58 billion fighter jet sale to Philippines

US approves $5.58 billion F-16 sale to Philippines amid rising tensions with China, enhancing regional security.

US clears possible $5.5B F-16 fighter jet, missile sale to Philippines

Military ties between Manila, Washington should neither target any third party, nor threaten regional stability, says China - Anadolu Ajansı