Philippines defense

Growing Chinese assertiveness in the East and South China seas has forced the two U.S. allies to reorient their defense strategies.

Domestic and international pressures may compel Marcos Jr. to continue the planned upgrades to the country’s armed forces.

Long organized around domestic operations, the Philippines intelligence apparatus needs to retool itself for a new era of superpower competition.

Manila's acquisition of a submarine fleet should be guided by nothing less than the need to deter or win future wars.

The exercises, billed as the largest ever, come at the tail end of President Rodrigo Duterte's turbulent term in office.

Manila needs to prepare for a more constrained, competitive, and dangerous world.

The United States reportedly approved export licenses for the helicopters, which are powered by American engines, earlier this month.

The decision illustrates COVID-19’s impact on the service and its external engagement.  

The Southeast Asian state continues to consider choices for its pursuit of additional fighter jets.

The country continues to move forward with ongoing efforts to boost its aging helicopter fleet.

The Philippine Navy looks to be moving forward with more integration of a new missile system into its capabilities.

A look at the significance of what would constitute the first engagement of its kind.

The contract announcement highlighted ongoing defense collaboration between the two sides.

Twin ceremonies spotlighted the ongoing progress with respect to a significant capability for Manila’s defense.

A closer look at the significance of a recent development within the broader security relationship.

A closer look at what lies ahead for a notable boost for Manila’s capabilities.

Both sides finally concluded a significant development in their defense ties.

A look at the status of a capability that would constitute a major boost for Manila.  

A closer look at the significance of a new defense cooperation agreement inked by the two sides.

A look at the broader significance of the announcement of Manila’s purchase of Black Hawk helicopters.

Renewed indications are that a landmark pact could be in the offing.

A look at the broader significance of a recent development.

A closer look at a new defense agreement.

A closer look at the broader context and significance of an ongoing defense transfer.