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  1. SCMP China95

    US to provide three longer-range aircraft to Philippine Coast Guard for South China Sea surveillance

    The US Navy awarded a US$39.6 million contract on September 28 for three second-hand extended-range King Air 350-series aircraft for the Philippine Coast Guard, two of them modified for improved surveillance. The aircraft will be fitted with extended-range fuel systems and upgraded avionics, giving Manila greater reach and endurance to monitor Chinese coastguard, naval and research vessels across the South China Sea.

    美国向菲律宾海岸警卫队提供三架远程飞机加强南海监控

    美国海军于9月28日签署一份价值3960万美元的合同，向菲律宾海岸警卫队提供三架二手延程型空王350系列飞机，其中两架经过改装以增强监控能力。这些飞机将配备延程燃油系统和升级版航电设备，使菲律宾能够更有效地监控中国海警、海军和科研船只在南海的活动。

    Why it matters: The aircraft give the Philippines new long-endurance surveillance reach over disputed waters, directly enhancing its ability to track Chinese vessels.

  2. SCMP China70

    Pentagon unveils US$350 million quantum computing push as China rivalry grows

    The Pentagon announced a new initiative worth around US$350 million aimed at maintaining American leadership in quantum computing capabilities. The Office of the Under Secretary of Defence for Research and Engineering said the funding addresses accelerating competition between the US and China over military applications of advanced technology.

    美国防部宣布3.5亿美元量子计算计划 应对中美竞争

    美国国防部宣布推出一项约3.5亿美元的新计划，旨在保持美国在量子计算领域的领先地位。国防部研究与工程次长办公室表示，此举旨在应对中美在先进技术军事应用方面日益激烈的竞争。

    Why it matters: The funding signals continued U.S. priority on quantum computing as a defense technology race with China, following similar semiconductor and AI investment pushes.