Philippines Shows Interest in Russian Counterterrorism Equipment - Arms Exporter

The Philippines expresses interest in Russian counterterrorism equipment, Rosoboronexport spokesperson told reporters Wednesday.

ZAVIDOVO (Tver Region) (Sputnik) — The Philippines shows interest in Russian counterterrorism equipment, Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport Alexander Mikheyev told reporters Wednesday.

"Interest in mobile means of combating terrorists, small arms, means of protecting critical infrastructure," Mikheyev said.

Philippines leader Rodrigo Duterte, at a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, said Tuesday that the Philippines needed modern weapons and would ask for assistance from Russia.