State auditors questioned the procurement by the Armed Forces of the Philippines of 28 armored vehicles from Israel and 12 units of aircraft from South Korea because it did not undergo public bidding.

The Commission on Audit said the acquisition of the equipment in 2014 may not be justified because the military negotiated directly with suppliers.

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