Philippines | Page 2 of 28

Apr- 2025 -

22 April

Sea

BRP Tarlac (LD-601) landing platform dock

First Philippine Tarlac Amphibious Transport Ship in Indonesia for Maintenance

The Philippine Navy’s lead Tarlac-class landing platform dock vessel has arrived in Indonesia for sustainment and repair works.

21 April

Americas

Philippine and US Marines simulate a beach landing from combat rubber raiding crafts onto a small island off the coast of Palawan, Philippines

Staff Writer With AFP

‘Shared Adversity’ as Philippines, US Launch Joint Military Drills

The Philippine and US militaries kicked off three weeks of joint exercises that will simulate a "full-scale battle scenario," as the two allies seek to deter Beijing's ambitions in the disputed South China Sea.

18 April

Air

MILTON, Fla. (Aug. 6, 2021) The Navy's first TH-73A Thrasher arrives at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Milton Aug. 6, 2021. The TH-73A will be assigned to Training Air Wing 5 on base and will replace the TH-57B/C Sea Ranger as the undergraduate rotary and tilt-rotor helicopter trainer for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Michelle Tucker)

Rojoef Manuel

US Greenlights Sale of Thrasher Helicopters to Philippines

The US State Department has approved a $120-million sale of AgustaWestland TH-73A Thrasher military training helicopters to the Philippines.

15 April

Asia Pacific

The Police Regional Office in Bicol on Thursday (Jan. 2, 2025) releases photos of the underwater drone found by local fisherfolk off the waters of San Pascual, Masbate on Dec. 30, 2024. The local police has turned over the drone to the Philippine Navy. | Connie Calipay | Photos courtesy of PRO 5 chief B/Gen. Andre Dizon

Staff Writer With AFP

Captured Underwater Drone Sent Messages to China: Philippine Military

Five underwater drones found by Philippine fishermen were capable of gathering information that could aid in "underwater warfare," the country's military said Tuesday, noting at least one had relayed a signal to China.

7 April

Americas

Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines, US Launch Joint Drills Aimed at ‘Deterrence’

The Philippine and US air forces kicked off joint exercises aimed at boosting operational coordination and enhancing "strategic deterrence."

2 April

Sea

BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), a Miguel Malvar-class guided-missile corvette. Photo: Hyundai Heavy Industries/Philippine News Agency

Rojoef Manuel

Hyundai Rolls Out Second Philippine Navy Malvar Corvette

Hyundai Heavy Industries has launched the Philippine Navy’s second Miguel Malvar-class guided-missile corvette.

2 April

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

US Approves $5.58B Fighter Jet Sale to Philippines

The US approved a potential $5.58 billion sale of F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, supporting its ally amid rising tensions with China.

Mar- 2025 -

24 March

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines, US Kick off Army Drills Ahead of Hegseth Visit

The Philippine and US militaries kicked off joint exercises involving a combined 5,000 troops days before new US Secretary Hegseth's visit.

Feb- 2025 -

26 February

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

PH Navy Reports Drop in China’s Coercive Military Actions During Joint Drills

China’s coercive military actions in the West Philippine Sea have consistently decreased as Manila conducts joint maritime drills with allied nations.

26 February

Cyber