Four Sabrah light tanks arrive in Mindanao to boost Philippine Army capabilities
Four Sabrah ASCOD II light tanks were delivered to Iligan City, enhancing the Philippine Army’s armored strength in Mindanao.
The Philippine Army’s 2nd Mechanized Infantry “Magbalantay” Brigade received four Sabrah light tanks at the Philippine Ports Authority complex in Iligan City. The vehicles came from Cavite aboard the navy ship BRP Bacolod City. Brigade commander Bernardo Taqueban highlighted the tanks’ combination of firepower, networked intelligence and mobility.
Why it matters
The new tanks improve the army’s ability to respond to security challenges in Mindanao.
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