Philippines

Over 17,000 troops join Balikatan as the US and Philippines launch their largest joint military drills

Philippines Ruta Deshpande -
Amid rising global tensions, the United States and the Philippines are leading the Balikatan exercises. Over 17,000 troops are taking part. The drills come...

Philippine Navy deploys advanced warships to Balikatan drills to boost joint maritime readiness

Philippines Ruta R Deshpande -
The Philippine Navy will send its most advanced warships to this year’s Balikatan exercises with the United States. This move highlights the major upgrades...

No shots fired, but message sent: Philippine Navy shadows Chinese frigate near Zambales

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The Philippine Navy (PN) took decisive action after it spotted a Chinese warship inside the country’s exclusive economic zone...

Tensions flare in West Philippine Sea after Chinese frigate spotted near Zambales EEZ Waters

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The Philippine Navy said it deployed warships after reports of a Chinese naval vessel lingering near waters off Zambales...

Philippines backs coastal defense with BrahMos missiles from India to guard against maritime threats

Philippines Ruta R Deshpande -
India will deliver the third and final batch of powerful BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines. This move...

China warns Philippines after rumored Taiwan minister visit sparks uproar

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Following rumors that Taiwan's foreign minister had visited Manila earlier this week, China has strongly warned the Philippines. The...

Marcos orders lifestyle checks on officials after billions in flood control projects vanish into corruption

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has ordered lifestyle checks on government officials after repeated reports of corruption in flood...

🧨 Indo-Pacific boils — China, Russia open new front as India-Philippines flex military might

Philippines Mayur Joshi -
The Indo-Pacific region, already known for geopolitical tension, is now facing an intense military buildup from major powers. Rising Heat...
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