The Philippines may soon see a stronger, more tech-driven Armed Forces as House Deputy Majority Leader and Camarines Sur Rep. Luigi Villafuerte pushed for the use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or military-grade drones to bolster defense and disaster response. Read more »
The Philippine Navy asserted that it is “stronger now than yesterday” in defending the country’s borders, particularly in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). Read more »
The Philippine Navy (PN) is evaluating Japanese warships for possible acquisition as part of its efforts to boost maritime defense capabilities. Read more »
Plans are being discussed for the Philippines to host more U.S. missile systems and defense equipment as part of ongoing military cooperation between Manila and Washington. Read more »
The Philippines will take part in major regional naval exercises in Penang Island, Malaysia, from August 15 to 22, in a bid to enhance maritime cooperation and security among Southeast Asian nations. Read more »
The United States deployed two warships to waters near Scarborough Shoal on Wednesday, just days after a collision between Chinese navy and coast guard vessels while attempting to block a Philippine Coast Guard ship in the disputed South China Sea. Read more »
