Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro

Diverging Interests Prevent Formation of NATO-like Alliance in Southeast Asia, Says Philippines Defense Secretary

In the South China Sea and ongoing discussions on regional security, the Philippines’ Defense Secretary, Gilberto Teodoro, stated that a unified military alliance akin to NATO is unlikely in Southeast Asia, given the diverse interests and alliances of the region's...
Philippine Military Conducts Major Drills Simulating Island Seizure

Philippine Military Conducts Major Drills Simulating Island Seizure in South China Sea

On Monday, November 4, the Philippine military initiated a two-week series of combat exercises aimed at fortifying its defense capabilities, including training to seize control of an island in the disputed South China Sea. These drills, involving more than 3,000...
Chinese aircraft carriers Liaoning and Shandong carry out a dual aircraft carrier formation exercise for the first time in the South China Sea in October 2024.

China’s PLA Navy Conducts First Dual Aircraft Carrier Formation Exercise in South China Sea

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy executed its first-ever dual aircraft carrier formation exercises in the contested waters of the South China Sea, a move signaling China’s increasing ability to project power across diverse and challenging environments. According to...
China coast guard, South China Sea

China Claims Underwater Espionage Devices Detected, Escalating Tensions in South China Sea

China’s Ministry of State Security announced on Tuesday that it had successfully retrieved various spying devices from both the ocean surface and the deep sea, including sophisticated underwater “lighthouses” allegedly used to facilitate foreign submarine navigation. The ministry’s report underscores...
Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro

Philippines Confident in U.S. Policy Stability Post-Election, Focuses on Defense Strengthening Amid South China Sea Tensions

As the U.S. presidential election draws near, the Philippines has expressed confidence that U.S. policies in the Asia-Pacific region will remain steady, regardless of the election’s outcome, according to the Philippines’ Defence Secretary, Gilberto Teodoro. Amid increasing tensions in the...
Chinese Hypersonic Missile

United States Considers Deploying Patriot Interceptors to Counter Chinese Hypersonic Missile Threats in the Pacific

In the Indo-Pacific region, the United States is considering equipping its naval ships with Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors to counter potential Chinese hypersonic missile threats. According to recent reports, unnamed senior defense officials indicated that...
BrahMos Missile

Philippines’ BrahMos Missile Acquisition: A Strategic Move Hampered by Limited Operational Capabilities

The acquisition of BrahMos missiles by the Philippines marked a historic milestone for the Southeast Asian nation, making it the first international customer for this advanced missile system co-developed by India and Russia. This acquisition underscores the Philippines' aim to...
South China Sea: China Fortifies Triton Island in Disputed Paracels; Satellite Images Show Military Build-Up Near Vietnam

South China Sea: China Fortifies Triton Island in Disputed Paracels; Satellite Images Show Military Build-Up Near Vietnam

Recent Satellite Images have revealed an accelerated Chinese military expansion on Triton Island, the closest landmass in the disputed Paracel Islands chain to Vietnam. This strategic base is poised to become a primary intelligence and defense center for Beijing in...
China coast guard, South China Sea

UK to Boost Naval Presence in the Pacific Amid Rising US-China Tensions

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a major shift in the United Kingdom’s defense posture, with a strategic expansion of Royal Navy activities in the Pacific. The move underscores Britain’s commitment to US-led efforts to curb China's expanding maritime...
Chinese Coast Guard Natuna Waters

Natuna Waters: New Indonesian Government Stands Ground Against Chinese Intrusion In Natuna Islands, Marking Potential Policy Shift

In a fresh diplomatic and maritime dispute, the Indonesian Navy and Coast Guard recently confronted Chinese vessels that had entered Indonesian waters near the Natuna Islands. This incident has sparked intense scrutiny of China’s maritime actions in Southeast Asia and...
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