Philippines
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Nov- 2023 -21 NovemberAsia Pacific
Philippines Announces Start of Joint Patrols With US Forces
US and Philippine troops began joint maritime and air patrols off the Southeast Asian country as they seek to counter China's growing assertiveness in the region.
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9 NovemberTechnology
Japan Gives Philippines $4M to Enhance Its Coastal Security
The Armed Forces of the Philippines has received a 600-million yen ($4 million) grant from Japan to enhance its coastal security capabilities.
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8 NovemberAsia Pacific
Philippines, Japan Could Soon Deploy Military Forces on Each Other’s Soil
The Philippine government said it will negotiate its planned Reciprocal Access Agreement with Japan amid rising tensions in the Indo-Pacific.
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Oct- 2023 -26 OctoberAsia Pacific
Philippines Mulls Overhauling Modernization Plan After Clashes With China
The Philippine military is considering overhauling its modernization program following a series of controversial maritime clashes with China.
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26 OctoberCyber
Philippines, Denmark to Expand Cyber Defense Partnership
The Philippines and Denmark have announced a plan to amplify digital security ties in response to threats against the countries’ cyberspace.
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24 OctoberAsia Pacific
Philippines Bans Use of AI Apps in Military Due to Security Risks
The Philippines has prohibited its military and defense personnel from using artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled applications due to security risks.
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23 OctoberCyber
Philippine Military to Organize New Cyber Command
The Philippines will launch a new military command to enhance digital defense in response to growing cyber threats.
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22 OctoberAsia Pacific
Philippines, China Trade Blame Over Collisions in Disputed Sea
Beijing and Manila traded blame for collisions between Chinese and Philippine boats on a resupply mission to Filipino troops in the South China Sea.
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17 OctoberAir
Philippines Orders Three New Military Transport Planes
The Philippines will buy three new C-130J-30 Super Hercules planes for its air force, nearly doubling its fleet for large transport aircraft.
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16 OctoberAsia Pacific
Philippines Considering Additional BrahMos Missile Acquisition
The Philippine Army is considering acquiring BrahMos cruise missile systems for coastline defense.
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