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Armed Forces of the Philippines
Philippines Commissions New Gunboats, Plans on Acquiring 15 More
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine navy chief said that the country plans to procure 15 more Shaldag Mark V gunboats, in addition to the nine it has already ordered.
The Philippines Wants to Acquire Submarines. What Should They Be Used For?
By Joshua Bernard Espeña
Manila's acquisition of a submarine fleet should be guided by nothing less than the need to deter or win future wars.
Rethinking the Philippines’ Deterrence in the South China Sea
By Erick Nielson C Javier
Manila should change the narrative from a focus on “how to defend” against China toward a more active strategy of deterring China.
The Philippines, the Moscow-Beijing Axis, and the Case for a Proactive Strategic Policy
By Joshua Bernard Espeña
Manila needs to prepare for a more constrained, competitive, and dangerous world.
Is There an Arms Race Underway in Southeast Asia?
By James Guild
Fear of China is driving the region's recent spate of military procurements – but it's not the only factor.
Can the Philippines’ BrahMos Missiles Really Deter China?
By Ben Ho
Technological limitations on Manila’s end will limit the missile’s range – and its deterrent factor.
Philippines Confirms Purchase of BrahMos Supersonic Missile System
By Sebastian Strangio
The long-expected acquisition marks the latest evolution of Southeast Asia's naval arms competition.
Thousands of Families Are Being Displaced by Violent Clashes in Mindanao
By Nick Aspinwall
A renewal of conflict between the Philippine military and an extremist group has shaken the Bangasmoro Autonomous Region.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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