China has criticized the Philippines' decision to acquire the U.S.-made Typhon missile system, citing regional security concerns. The move comes amid heightened tensions between Manila and Beijing over disputed waters in the South China Sea.
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00:00China is objecting to a plan by the Philippines to acquire the U.S.-made Taifun missile system.
00:07This strategic, offensive weapon of the U.S.-made Taifun missile system is a counterweight to the U.S.-made Taifun missile system.
00:16The Philippine military says it plans to acquire the Taifun mid-range missile system to boost its defenses.
00:23The decision comes as Manila and Beijing continue to clash over disputed waters in the South China Sea.
00:30The U.S. deployed the Taifun system in the Philippines' northern Luzon island in April as part of a joint military exercise.
00:37The system has remained there since then.