Poland eyes deeper Philippines defence ties following Black Hawk deal

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Poland is enhancing its defence ties with the Philippines following a deal involving Black Hawk helicopters. The partnership may expand to include drones, air defence, and co-production, reflecting Poland's push to grow its defence exports.

Poland’s delivery of Black Hawk helicopters to the Philippines has given Warsaw a foothold in Manila’s defence market as it seeks to expand exports from its growing defence industry, with analysts saying drones, air defence and potentially co-production could pave the way for a broader partnership. Polish deputy foreign minister Wladyslaw Bartoszewski said on Tuesday that Warsaw was keen to pursue further defence partnerships with the Philippines, as Poland poured US$50 billion into...