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PH, US, Australia hold counter-landing and live fire exercise in Palawan
Philippine, Australian, and US troops showcased their combined military strength and coordination during live-fire drills in Palawan as part of the Balikatan exercises.
The exercises included a counter-landing scenario and an integrated coastal live-fire mission, demonstrating the participants' ability to neutralize simulated threats.
Philippine Navy assets like MPACs and FAICs were used to intercept a simulated seaborne intrusion.
The Philippine Marine Corps deployed howitzers for a synchronized fire mission.
The US Marine Corps utilized the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) for rapid and precise strikes.
Supporting fire was provided by .50 caliber machine guns and M-16 rifles during the drills.
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