The AFP is expected to receive 22 Kooryong MLRS from South Korea, the Army will receive 3 batteries while the Marines will get one. The SARO for the MLRS was released under the term of the previous administration.

We also reported the delays on the transfer, which were due to the Philippine side's inability to raise funds for their logistics/shipping (especially the munitions which would be the bulk of the cargo involving several dozens of 20-footer containers), as well as the lack of proper facilities (with the controlled environment) to store the rocket ammunition.

In an interview with the Daily Tribune with Philippine Army Commanding General Romeo S. Brawner, on December 13, 2022, he also said that the Multiple Launch Rocket System of the Philippine Army was not yet set foot on Philippine soil.

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