- June 16th, 2025
Manila is set to acquire the Indian Brahmaputra and Russian Moskova (Brahmos) missile system, worth $374.96 million, in early 2024. The acquisition will strengthen the Philippines' naval capabilities and protect its sovereignty in the contested West Philippine Sea. In 2022,...
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has expressed his determination to defend its waters in the South China Sea following three incidents involving Chinese vessels. The Philippines Coast Guard resupplied military outpost at Second Thomas Shoal, while Manila accused Chinese coast...
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is planning to visit the Philippines and Malaysia in early November to boost security cooperation amid rising tensions between China and the Philippines over South China Sea issues. Kishida is set to visit the Philippines...
China's actions in the South China Sea have led to increased assertiveness from Manila and neighbouring countries in the region. The South China Sea is a strategically important waterway through which a significant portion of global trade flows, making it...
The Philippines is attempting to regain control of the Scarborough Shoal, a rocky outcrop in the South China Sea, which is believed to be rich in fishery resources and potentially oil and natural gas reserves. The dispute began in 2012...
The Philippine coastguard removed a floating barrier installed by China at the contested Scarborough Shoal, citing a violation of international law and a hazard to navigation. The cordon hindered Filipino fisherfolk's fishing and livelihood activities, urging Beijing to avoid escalating...
Manila, Philippines The Philippines has accused China's coast guard of installing a "floating barrier" in a South China Sea disputed area, preventing Filipinos from entering and fishing there. The Philippines' coast guard and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources strongly...
Beijing Two Philippine boats and coastguard escorts sailed to deliver food, water, and fuel to troops on the contested Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. The troops, using a grounded World War II warship as a base, are...
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is focusing on strengthening its intra-regional ties to promote stability, prosperity, and resilience in a rapidly changing global landscape. As regional dynamics evolve, the need for ASEAN member nations to strengthen cooperation within...
Australia, Philippines have a strong bilateral relationship that is poised for growth and development. Both nations share interests in regional security, economic cooperation, and people-to-people ties. As the world faces complex geopolitical challenges, the need for strong partnerships is more...
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