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Philippines doubles down on 2026 target for South China Sea Code of Conduct
Foreign secretary Maria-Theresa Lazaro says Asean must do everything in its capacity to finalise the agreement with China.
China Sends Military on Combat Patrol Against US Ally: Video
The Chinese military vowed to safeguard the country's national sovereignty and security in the South China Sea.
Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports
Japan will export used navy destroyers to the Philippines to strengthen its deterrence against China's maritime expansion, ...
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Philippines Says Canada Troops Pact Ready, Eyes China Deterrence
The Philippines said its visiting forces agreement with Canada is ready for signing, as the Southeast Asian nation builds a ...
F-35s Lands In Philippines As US, Allies Push Back Against China's Aggression In Indo-Pacific
Over 2,500 personnel, including 2,301 from the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and 225 from the US Pacific Air Forces, are ...
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Philippine defense chief rules out U.S. as factor in China's 'expansionist' agenda
Despite rising tension in the regional flash point of the South China Sea, the Philippines' top defense official also ...
Japan’s used destroyers: a game-changer for Philippines security?
Factors such as maintenance costs and system upgrades will determine the true value of the Abukuma-class vessels’ transfer, ...
US Ally Plans Naval Power Increase Amid China Threat on Disputed Territory
The Philippines is enhancing its naval power by acquiring new warships and second-hand vessels from its allies and partners.
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Philippine Defense Strategy: Balancing Diplomacy and Deterrence Amidst China's Expansion
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro asserts that China's aggressiveness in the Indo-Pacific is not influenced by ...
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DILG urged to probe PH-China sister city ties amid national security issues
Some lawmakers have called on the Department of the Interior and Local Government to investigate sister city agreements ...