As US missiles leave South Korea, the Philippines asks: are we next?
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In March 2026, the United States began removing missile defense systems, including Patriot batteries and potentially THAAD components, from South Korea to support its war with Iran. This action has raised concerns in the Philippines about the reliability of US military commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. Despite the US military presence in the Philippines remaining unchanged, the withdrawal from South Korea prompts questions about the nature of US alliances and the extent to which treaty partners can influence US military decisions. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung confirmed that Seoul opposed the transfer but was unable to prevent it. The Philippines is now evaluating its strategic partnership with the US in light of these developments.
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