Teodoro: Fighter jet acquisition needs support systems first

MANILA, Philippines – Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Tuesday that the planned acquisition of advanced fighter jets remains under consideration, but stressed that support systems must come first to ensure their combat effectiveness. At a congressional budget briefing, Teodoro said the plan to purchase multirole fighters “is still there,” underscoring that radar systems, air-to-air refueling capabilities, and