The Philippines said Monday it planned to acquire the US Typhon missile system as part of a push to secure its maritime interests, sparking warnings from China of a regional "arms race".

China urged the Philippines to "quickly pull out the Typhon missile system as publicly pledged, and stop going further down the wrong path."

Warns of consequences if Manila 'refuses to change course' China issued a stern warning to the Philippines over its planned purchase of the US-made Typhon