Manila has resolved the stalled purchase of two ASRS air defense radars from Japanese MELCO.
The ASRS package includes three fixed long-range Air Surveillance Radars, each with building facilities and one mobile Air Surveillance Radar, and are expected to be delivered to the Philippines starting 2022.
The systems developed based on the JFPS3 and JTPS-P14 radars employed by the Self-Defense Forces will be provided to the Philippine Air Force. JFPS3 is capable of detecting approaching fighter jets and missiles, and is used as part of Japan’s defense system against North Korea’s missile threats. JTPS-P14 is an anti-aircraft radar system usually carried on vehicles. The Philippines is among several Asian countries that are involved in territorial disputes with China, which has been increasing its military presence in the South China Sea. Hence the acquisition of new equipment adapted to this threat.