President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Monday, July 27, that the Philippines will conduct a rocket launch test in Cagayan in 2027, partnering with a South Korean aerospace company, according to Philstar Biz.
The announcement is part of the administration's broader push to establish the country's foothold in the space industry. Marcos emphasized the importance of developing domestic space capabilities for national security, disaster management, and scientific research.
While specific details about the rocket and the South Korean partner were not immediately disclosed, the test is expected to involve a suborbital launch from a site in Cagayan, marking a significant step in the Philippines' space program.