The U.S. is continuing to find ways to fortify defenses across the Pacific to deter China and counter its influence. The Philippines is key to that effort.
In the last three years, the U.S. has expanded its number of security partners, deepened existing agreements and encouraged them to work closely together.
The service may launch a "transitional" capability to MEO by 2031 if those satellites can work with existing terminals without needing major modifications.