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Philippine Navy
Philippines Will Not Deploy Navy in Stand-offs With China, Marcos Says
By Sebastian Strangio
On December 4, Chinese ships, including a navy vessel, confronted Philippine vessels close to a disputed shoal in the South China Sea.
Philippines Deploys Warship to Palawan Island, Facing South China Sea
By Sebastian Strangio
The deployment follows a string of stand-offs between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the disputed seaway.
Australia-Philippines Launch Joint Naval Patrol in South China Sea
By Grant Wyeth
The recent joint patrol is another sign that Beijing's attempts at intimidation in will not be submitted to – not by the Philippines and not by Australia.
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.
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.
Philippine Navy’s Coronavirus Challenge in the Headlines With Postponed International Engagements
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The decision illustrates COVID-19’s impact on the service and its external engagement.
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.
Philippines-Vietnam Navy Talks Spotlight Maritime Security Collaboration
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The staff-to-staff talks come ahead of 2020 which will put the focus on maritime issues within both countries’ foreign policies.
New Missile-Armed Attack Craft Puts Philippine Military Modernization Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Philippine Navy looks to be moving forward with more integration of a new missile system into its capabilities.
Vessel Transfer Puts South Korea-Philippines Defense Relations Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The ship’s pending arrival put the focus on the ongoing activity in Manila and Seoul's defense relationship.
Chinese Vessel Rams, Sinks Philippine Fishing Boat in Reed Bank
By Steven Stashwick
Philippine crew rescued by Vietnamese fishermen in disputed South China Sea waters.
South Korea-Philippines Defense Ties in the Headlines with Expected Vessel Arrival
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The focus on the ship’s pending arrival put the focus on the ongoing activity in the security aspect of relations between the two countries.
US, India, Japan, Philippine Navies Demonstrate Joint Presence in South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The four-way sail-through is the first engagement of its kind, highlighting coordination among like-minded Indo-Pacific navies.
South China Sea: Philippine Navy Flagship Runs Aground at Half-Moon Shoal
By Ankit Panda
BRP Gregorio del Pilar is being recovered after suffering damage.
More Japan Maritime Patrol Aircraft for the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at potential developments between the two sides in this area.
Warship Spotlights Malaysia-Philippines Naval Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides are getting ready to hold the next iteration of a maritime training activity.
Philippines’ Largest Warship Damaged After Collision
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tanker collision results in minor damage.
Philippines to Get New Anti-Submarine Warfare Helicopter
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Philippine Navy will procure two new aircraft under its so-called Anti-Submarine Helicopter Acquisition Project.
Philippines Buys 100 New Patrol Boats for War on Poaching
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila is boosting its capabilities to protect its fisheries.
The Philippine Navy’s Submarine Quest
By Koh Swee Lean Collin
How realistic are plans for the Philippines to acquire submarines?
Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Search and Rescue: Cooperation in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The search and rescue effort for the missing Malaysian Airlines flight showcases rare goodwill in the South China Sea.
Philippine Navy Adds to Regional Arms Build-Up
By Luke Hunt
ASEAN navies expand in response to China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Manila’s Defense Conundrum
By Victor Robert Lee
Typhoon Haiyan revealed some glaring weaknesses in the Philippine military. Can it defend its own territory?
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