Philippines taps ‘smarter, cheaper’ Australian drones to deter China (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia has supplied the Philippine coastguard with new aerial and underwater drones to enhance monitoring and deterrence in the disputed South China Sea.

• Australia has supplied the Philippine coastguard with new aerial and underwater drones.
• The drones aim to enhance monitoring and deterrence in the disputed South China Sea.
• The donation is part of Australia's support for the Philippines' maritime domain awareness.