Philippines Will Return U.S. Missile If China Stops Aggression In South China Sea
The Philippines has issued a bold challenge to China: Stop aggression in the South China Sea, and they will return the U.S. Typhon missile system.
The Typhon system, a mobile launcher for long-range missiles, was deployed by the U.S. in April 2024 to support joint military training.
China has strongly opposed the missile deployment, calling it a threat to regional stability—but the Philippines says it’s purely for defensive purposes.
Chinese coast guard and naval forces have been accused of harassing Philippine vessels, using water cannons, lasers, and ramming tactics.
Despite China’s demand for the removal of the Typhon system, the Philippines’ Defense Secretary rejected it, calling it interference in national affairs.
The South China Sea is a highly contested region, rich in oil and gas reserves, and crucial for global trade—making this dispute even more intense.
As tensions rise, will China ease its aggressive stance, or will the Philippines stand its ground with U.S. military support? The world is watching!