U.S-made F-16 “Too Pricey”, Manila Considers Sweden’s JAS39 Gripen and Used F-16
n 2021, the United States approved the potential sale of 12 latest variants of F-16 fighter jets to its close ally, the Philippines — however, the proposed purchase has been delayed due to financial constraints faced by Manila, which deems the offered price by Washington as “too pricey” and beyond its financial capability.