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Armed Forces of the Philippines
February 19, 2021
An End in Sight for the Philippines’ Maoist Insurgency?
By Jack Broome
The Philippine military claims that a breakthrough is around the corner, but a continuation of the conflict is convenient for many.
September 30, 2020
How the Philippine Army Can Find Its Place in the South China Sea
By Mark Payumo
Manila can exact land-based ownership of the maritime domain with a smarter strategy.
September 24, 2020
Why the Philippines Needs to Revise Its National Defense Act
By Jay Tristan Tarriela
An 80-plus year old law has allowed the Philippine Army near-unquestioned dominance over the military. That has to change.
March 10, 2020
Mindanao After Martial Law
By Nick Aspinwall
After 31 months of martial law following the siege of Marawi, both the military and insurgents are still firmly in place.
March 06, 2020
The Philippine Navy Needs More Than New Ships
By Jay Tristan Tarriela
Until its institutional problems are solved, the PN will not be able to achieve its ambitious goals.
September 30, 2019
Commissioning Ceremony Highlights Philippine Maritime Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The event put into focus some of the developments in the Southeast Asian state’s arsenal.
August 28, 2019
What Does the New Philippines Defense Budget Say About Future Military Modernization Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at what the new proposed allocations say about the country’s defense outlook for 2020 and beyond.
April 24, 2019
Japan-Philippines Defense Cooperation in Focus with Ministerial Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction reinforced the ongoing activity in the security aspect of the strategic partnership.
January 15, 2019
When Will the Damaged Philippines Warship Return?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite ongoing challenges, suggestions are that the vessel will likely be available before the end of the year.
June 29, 2018
The Future of Philippine Military Modernization Under Duterte: What’s on the Second Horizon?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at what lies ahead in the coming years on this front.
May 07, 2018
Will the Philippines Navy Attack Crafts Get More Israel Missiles?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent delivery has once again raised questions about future plans on this front.
April 13, 2018
What’s in the New Philippines Special Operations Command?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a new development.
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