Philippines to Launch Locally-Made Satellite for National Defense and Agriculture

The Philippine Aerospace Development Corporation (PADC), National Development Council, and Aerostrategies have signed an agreement to develop a locally-made satellite, marking a significant step in national defense and agricultural advancement. PADC President and CEO Ramon Mitra emphasized the importance of an independent satellite system to secure critical data without foreign intervention.

Golden Medjay Defense Incorporated Director Vicrod Brozas highlighted its agricultural benefits, as it can provide localized data on ideal crops and conditions across different regions of the Philippines.