Philippines aims to boost military with India’s BrahMos systems to stave off China pressure
The Philippines has previously said it is eyeing mid-range missiles and at least 40 fighter jets to boost its defence ...
Hegseth Talks South China Sea ‘Deterrence’ With Philippines
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Washington’s “ironclad” commitment to a mutual defense treaty with the ...
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21st PH-China festival kicks off, marks 50 years of diplomacy
The 21st Philippines-China Traditional Cultural Festival kicked off at the Chinese Garden in Rizal Park on Feb. 9, 2025, ...
Philippines military eyes more upgrades, including 'dream' submarines
The Philippines is looking to buy more military hardware to modernise its arsenal, including additional BrahMos missiles from India and at least two submarines, the chief of the armed forces said on ...
Philippines to modernise military with India’s BrahMos missiles amid China tensions
This move comes amid escalating tensions between Manila and Beijing, with the Philippines observing an increase in Chinese vessels within its maritime zone.
US, Philippine fighter aircraft jointly patrol disputed shoal region guarded by China
U.S. and Philippine fighter aircraft have staged a joint patrol and training over a disputed South China Sea shoal where ...
Canada and Philippines are in final negotiations for joint exercises in the South China Sea
Canada and the Philippines are in the final stages of negotiating a key defense pact that would allow their forces to hold ...
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Philippine president offers a deal to China: Stop sea aggression and I’ll return missiles to US
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has offered to remove a U.S. missile system from the Philippines if China halts ...
Can the US keep the upper hand over China in the Philippines?
If Washington turns inward, Manila must leverage its position and diplomatic support to boost its own development and defence ...