The PH Senate approves the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between Japan and the Philippines, which aims to bolster the defense and cooperation between the two nations. Read more »
The Department of National Defense (DND) has proposed a budget of PHP 344.426 billion for Fiscal Year 2025, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening national defense. Read more »
On Wednesday, June 5, a momentous announcement was made by government and military officials: the municipality of Lantawan in Basilan is now free from the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG). Read more »
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced that it is strengthening its cyber defense capabilities by investing in technology and manpower that could assist in neutralizing the threat in response to ongoing hacker attacks on government websites. Read more »
In recent years, there has been a rising realization of the strategic value of improving maritime infrastructure, particularly ports, to strengthen the country's defensive capabilities. The development of ports in Aurora province, led by the Philippine Navy, is one such endeavor that is gathering momentum. Read more »
