US Forces Korea Eyes Trilateral ‘Kill Web’ Network to Deter Indo-Pacific Threats
The US Forces Korea has proposed integrating the military capabilities of South Korea, Japan, and potentially the Philippines into a unified “kill web” to counter rising threats from North Korea, China, and Russia.
US Begins Philippines War Games in Thick of Middle East Conflict
Thousands of American and Philippine troops, joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces, began annual military exercises Monday set against the backdrop of the Middle East war.
Philippines Forces Kill 10 Islamist Militants in Arrest Gunfight
Philippine security forces killed 10 alleged armed Islamist militants Friday who resisted an attempt to arrest them, police said.
Philippines Accuses China of Poisoning Disputed Waters
The Philippines accused Chinese fishermen on Monday of pouring cyanide in the Spratly Islands, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea.
Philippines, France Pact Deepens Military Cooperation
The Philippines and France have signed an agreement opening the door for their soldiers to participate in joint exercises on each other's soil, Manila said Friday, its first such pact with a European country.
Why ASEAN Can’t Secure the South China Sea Alone
South China Sea security cannot be handled by ASEAN alone or by external powers alone but it requires a coordinated, layered approach combining both.
Philippines Accuses China of ‘Provocative’ Target Tracking on Ship
The Philippines said a Chinese navy ship directed its fire control radar towards one of its vessels in the disputed South China Sea this month, slamming the "provocative" move.
Philippine Army Repels Simulated Attack in Littoral Live-Fire Drill
The Philippine Army has announced that its armor and artillery units repelled a simulated enemy attack during a littoral live-fire exercise.
Philippines, US, Japanese Planes Drill Over Bashi Channel
The Philippine, US and Japanese militaries conducted joint exercises this week over the Bashi Channel that separates the Philippines from Taiwan, officials said Friday.
Canada, Philippines in Talks on Military Intelligence-Sharing Pact
Canada and the Philippines are discussing a military intelligence-sharing framework that would allow broader exchanges of classified information.
Philippine Army Plans Artillery Command With Air Defense Systems
The Philippine Army plans to reorganize its artillery regiment to incorporate air defense capabilities, according to Chief Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete.
Philippine Navy Receives First Rajah Sulayman Patrol Boat From S. Korea
The Philippine Navy has accepted the lead Rajah Sulayman-class offshore patrol vessel from South Korea as part of a 2022 contract.
Philippines Expands Black Hawk Fleet With Fifth Batch of S-70i Helicopters
The Philippine Air Force has formally accepted five additional S-70i Black Hawk helicopters and eight M134-H "Gatling" heavy machine guns to arm the rotorcraft.
Japan, Philippines Agree Military Resupply Deal
The Philippines and Japan signed an agreement allowing for the resupply of fuel and ammunition to each other's forces.
Philippines Orders Two More Next-Gen Frigates From South Korea
South Korea will supply two additional next-generation frigates to the Philippine Navy under a contract valued at $587 million.
Philippine Army Ushers in Robot Era With ‘COBRA’ and ‘SAFEGUARD’
Locally developed systems are at the center of the Philippine Army’s next move toward a more self-reliant military force.
Second Philippine Navy Miguel Malvar Warship Enters Service
The Philippine Navy has formally inducted its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), at the Naval Operating Base Subic in Zambales.
Japan Plans First Export of Command-and-Control System to Philippines: Report
Japan is preparing to export a command-and-control system to the Philippines, Japanese government sources said.
US Stations MQ-9A Reaper Drone in Philippines to Aid in Maritime Patrols
The US Marine Corps has deployed an MQ-9A Reaper to the Philippines to help the country monitor rising Chinese activity in the West Philippine Sea.
Lead Philippine Navy Patrol Boat Undergoes Sea Trials in S. Korea
The Philippine Navy’s first Sulayman-class offshore patrol vessel, the BRP Rajah Sulayman (PS-20), has begun sea trials off South Korea.
Philippine Military Must Be Ready to Hold Out Without Allies for 30 Days, Says Marcos
The Armed Forces of the Philippines must be ready to fight on their own for up to a month before any ally can intervene, according to military chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., outlining a new strategy for potential conflicts.
Philippines Unveils First BrahMos Anti-Ship Missile Battery
The Philippine Marine Corps has unveiled its first BrahMos anti-ship missile battery, acquired under a 2022 contract.
Philippines Explores Submarine Deal With South Korea’s Hanwha
The Philippines could acquire its first submarines under a proposal discussed between President Marcos and South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean.
Philippines, Canada Sign Visiting Troops Deal
The Philippines signed a visiting forces agreement with Canada, aimed at countering Beijing's assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea.
