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BARAK MX H3 will likely evolve to cover a span of 15

years and will be divided into three phases:

2032) and H3 Phase 3 (2033-2037). Under
Multi Mission. Multi-Target. H3 Phase 1 (2023-2027), H3 Phase 2 (2028-
Horizon 3, the Philippines is expected to
Multi-Range. accelerate the induction of C4ISTAR, air
defence systems, air and surface interdic-
tion systems, anti-tank systems and ground
rocket systems, all pending approval by
the DND.

Growing in Scale
This year’s edition marks the celebration of
ADAS’s 10th Anniversary in the Philippines
and is arguably the largest ever in its histo-
ry. “Given the scale and number of Islands
within the Philippines and its geographic po-
sition, it is imperative to continue rebuilding
its defence capability with ongoing moderni-
sation programmes, said ADAS’s Managing
Director, Andrew Marriott. “The ongoing
defence modernisation focuses on all three
services - visitors can experience the in-
dustry’s largest suppliers showcasing their
latest equipment to Land Forces, Air and
Navy.” “The theme of the Philippine’s flag-
ship tri-service event this year is, “Building
on a Decade of Defence Capability,” an apt skills towards the credible deterrence neces- past experiences on drone and anti-drone
summarisation of the AFP’s modernisation sary under the Comprehensive Archipelagic wars from neighbouring countries.
and growth. Defence Concept (CADC.) This not only plac-
es a premium on modernizing the physical Strong Ally
With a significant increase in Philippine de- assets of all services of the Armed Forces
fence spending, ADAS has attracted strong of the Philippines (AFP), but also in building The Philippines is a longstanding U.S. part-
participation, growing by 35 percent over capabilities in asymmetric warfare, infor- ner and an important ally in the region,
the previous edition with the show space mation security, cyber defence and cyber designated as a ‘Major non-NATO Ally’
increasing to 14,500 sqm. Present at the security to effectively adapt to the rapidly (MNNA). The U.S. provides an average of
show are over 250 participating compa- evolving defence landscape,” according about US$120 million per year in Foreign
nies and 15 country pavilions. The event to the Philippines Department of National Military Financing (FMF) to the Philippines
organisers expect over 15,000 people to Defence.” and in 2023, due regional security concerns,
attend the show, which will also highlight this increased to in excess of US$200 mil-
lion. The U.S. Government has also ex-
the latest domestic innovations in defence This year’s ADAS Symposium is centered pressed its intent to make available to the
technology. around the theme “Asymmetric Warfare,” Philippines, US$100 million in additional
Modern Combat-Proven and delves into a spectrum of specialized FMF to be used by the Philippine Department
Air and Missile Defense Solution ADAS will showcase the latest innovations topics including mosaic/asymmetric war- of National Defence (DND) to fund its armed
and key upgrades in capability in-service fare, cybersecurity and defence as well as forces modernization programmes. There
Barak MX sets the standard for Air Breathing and planned for the AFP. “The Philippine session on building local capacity. As part of remain significant opportunities defence
Target (ABT) and Tactical Ballistic Missile (TBM) Meet us at defence department is focusing on speedily the commemoration of Philippines National and security equipment manufacturers and
ADAS 2024
building up capabilities, systems and skill Cyber-Security month in September, dele-
service providers to enhance the Philippines’
defense, on land and at sea, enabling simple Booth 1220 sets, in order to meet the interoperability gates can also look forward sharing their self-defence capabilities.
integration with modern or legacy sensors,
external networks through various data links.
The Barak MX Interceptors feature a Editorial Director Arun Sivasankaran Art Director
arun.sivasankaran@gbp.com.sg
Sudheesh Kularmunda
Vittorio Rossi Prudente
superior wide aperture seeker and a dual- vittorio.prudente@gbp.com.sg Atul Chandra sudheesh.kularmunda@gbp.com.sg
pulse rocket motor that delivers thrust for Editorial Team atul.chandra@gbp.com.sg Sales Director
high-energy end-game maneuvering. PUBLISHED BY Jay Menon Yulian Ardiansyah Akshay Satyamurthy
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