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Philippine and U.S. Forces Deploy NMESIS System in Balikatan Exercises
Philippine and U.S. forces introduced the NMESIS system during the Balikatan war games on May 3, 2026. The system is a mobile ground launcher capable of targeting ships up to 115 miles away using Naval Strike Missiles. It was transported to Basco via C-130 aircraft and positioned for operations in the Luzon Strait.
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U.S. The NMESIS is a mobile ground-based launcher designed to fire Naval Strike Missiles at targets up to 115 miles away.
The system was flown into Basco on a C-130 aircraft. It was then positioned to enable strikes in the Luzon Strait area.
military personnel. This deployment demonstrates the system's mobility and range in a maritime environment.
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