A new investigation reveals how the U.S. military and private investors are collaborating to expand American military influence in the Philippines, blending defense strategy with financial interests. The partnership raises concerns about the growing privatization of warfare and its implications for regional security. Documents and reporting suggest a shift toward outsourcing military operations while maintaining a strong U.S. presence abroad. Critics argue this approach could deepen long-term dependencies and blur the lines between public and corporate control over defense.
The Pentagon and private capital have teamed up to militarize the island nation. The post Bankrolling American Empire in the Philippines appeared first on The Intercept.
