A Galactic Gamble on the South China Sea The Philippines' plans to use space for strategic surveillance of its territory have sparked a mix of excitement and skepticism among experts.
The country aims to create a space command that would enable real time monitoring and tracking of vessels, as well as detect any signs of potential threats in the contested waters of the South China Sea.
According to Rommel Jude Ong, a retired Philippine Navy rear admiral turned professor, this initiative would be a significant upgrade for the military's capabilities.