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Sep- 2024 -

27 September

US and Philippine Marines conduct a raid rehearsal during Balikatan 22

Trump, Harris, and the Future of Alliance-Based Deterrence Against China

The US-Philippines alliance plays a crucial role in deterring Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, and the outcome of the upcoming American presidential election will significantly impact the future of this alliance.

Aug- 2024 -

30 August

Land

Philippine Marines riding in LAV-300s (Light Armored Vehicles) participate in a combined arms live-fire exercise (CALFEX) at Colonel Ernesto Ravina Air Base, Tarlac, Philippines, May 15, 2018, as part of Exercise Balikatan. The CALFEX is designed to demonstrate cooperation and interoperability between Philippine and U.S. forces as the two militaries continue their commitment to train and share information to improve their ability to coordinate a multilateral response to crisis. Exercise Balikatan, in its 34th iteration, is an annual U.S.-Philippine military training exercise focused on a variety of missions, including humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, counterterrorism, and other combined military operations held from May 7 to May 18. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. David Beckstrom)

Rojoef Manuel

Philippine Marine Corps Accepts Commando Armored Vehicles, Howitzers

The Philippine Marine Corps has received new Commando armored systems, support vehicles, and artillery in Central Mindanao.

30 August

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Philippines Mulls Purchase of Mid-Range Missiles, 40 Fighter Jets

The Philippines is considering purchasing new mid-range missiles and modern fighter jets to bolster its military capabilities.

29 August

Americas

Staff Writer With AFP

US Raises Taiwan, South China Sea Concerns With Beijing Military

The US raised the importance of stability in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea in a rare one-on-one with a senior Chinese army official.

28 August

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

US Military Could Escort Philippine Ships in South China Sea: Admiral

The US military has expressed its willingness to escort Philippine resupply missions in the South China Sea.

27 August

Asia Pacific

A law enforcer observes on the vessel "China Coast Guard (CCG) 3502" in the South China Sea, May 12, 2024

Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines Says China ‘Biggest Disruptor’ of Peace in Southeast Asia

China is the "biggest disruptor" of peace in Southeast Asia, the Philippine defense chief said, as tensions between Manila and Beijing over disputed reefs and waters in the South China Sea escalate.

19 August

Sea

Staff Writer With AFP

Chinese, Philippine Ships Collide Anew Near Hotspot Reef in South China Sea

Chinese and Philippine vessels collided again on Monday during a confrontation near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea.

12 August

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Philippines to Receive Israeli-Made Long-Range Patrol Aircraft

The Philippine Air Force has revealed that it contracted Israel’s Elbit Systems to supply two long-range patrol aircraft.

7 August

Sea

Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines Holds Joint Patrols With US, Canada, Australia

The Philippines launched two days of joint sea and air exercises with the US, Canada, and Australia, as Beijing presses its territorial claim over the South China Sea.

6 August

Asia Pacific