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Amid security issues, Mark Villar says PH should be able to make own ammunition
Senator Mark Villar is advocating for the establishment of a domestic defense industry in the Philippines to enhance national sovereignty and security.
Villar emphasized the need for the Philippines to produce its own essential defense equipment, such as ammunition, especially given current security challenges.
He made these remarks during a budget hearing of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), urging the corporation to support companies interested in setting up defense-related manufacturing.
Villar's call comes after a visit to the Government Arsenal, where he learned that a BCDA property in Bataan is being eyed for the development of defense industries.
He expressed hope that BCDA would accelerate the establishment of factories by supporting local, export-oriented businesses in this sector.
BCDA Chairperson Delfin Lorenzana noted that some Korean companies are already present in Bataan, with others showing interest in New Clark City.
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