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US Deploys Advanced NMESIS Units for Historic Balikatan Exercises

4/20/2025

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The United States is set to deploy NMESIS units to northern Luzon for the upcoming 'Balikatan' military exercises on April 21. This historic move introduces the Marine Corps' advanced weapon system to the Philippines, significantly strengthening the US-Philippines alliance. With a striking range of 185 km, NMESIS can effectively target vessels from land-based positions, showcasing military prowess.

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The United States is set to deploy NMESIS units to northern Luzon for the upcoming 'Balikatan' military exercises on April 21. This historic move introduces the Marine Corps' advanced weapon system to the Philippines, significantly strengthening the US-Philippines alliance. With a striking range of 185 km, NMESIS can effectively target vessels from land-based positions, showcasing military prowess.