By Alexis Romero
MANILA, Philippines - The Department of National Defense (DND) and an Israeli firm are close to forging a deal for the supply of three air surveillance radars worth P2.68 billion to boost the Philippines’ territorial defense capabilities.
The Philippine government and Israeli company Elta System Ltd. could sign a contract for the radars anytime, DND Undersecretary Fernando Manalo told The STAR over the weekend.
Manalo said a notice of award was issued to Elta early this month. The issuance of the notice of award is an important step in the procurement process as it leads to the actual implementation of the project.
“The signing will be done anytime,” Manalo said when asked for the status of the air surveillance radars project.
“The radars will enhance the capabilities of the Air Force in terms of maritime domain awareness,” he added.
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