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Philippines defense
Philippines Coast Guard in the Spotlight Amid Islamic State Terror Threat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The crisis has further increased the focus on the institution within Philippine security.
Singapore Gives Philippines Military Aid to Fight Islamic State Threat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
City-state offers targeted assistance that will serve as much-needed boosts to Manila’s limited capabilities.
Are China-Philippines Military Exercises Under Duterte Coming Soon?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite the obvious challenges, one should not dismiss the possibility of advances being made in the future.
Where Is the Philippines’ Air Force Modernization Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite delays, there are some signs of progress on key projects.
What’s in the First US-Philippines Downgraded Naval Exercise Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the maritime training activity both sides launched this week.
US Navy Commander’s Philippines Voyage Reaffirms Alliance in Duterte Era
By Prashanth Parameswaran
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Scott Swift was in Manila this week.
Philippines Gets New Artillery Systems from Israel
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Philippines and Israel have been making inroads in the defense realm over the past few years.
US Terror Aid to Philippines Signals Enduring Defense Ties Under Duterte
By Prashanth Parameswaran
For all of Duterte’s rhetoric, substantive defense cooperation continues to be advanced, including on terrorism.
Philippines, Czech Republic Ink New Defense Pact
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila and Prague sign a Defense Cooperation Agreement, but disclose few details about what this might mean for the future of their military ties.
Philippines Adds 3 More Attack Craft to Littoral Combat Force
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Navy gets MPACs in another defense boost.
Ukraine Offers Military Equipment to the Philippines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Defense export agency plays up opportunities in the defense realm.
Will Duterte’s Philippines Now Buy Arms From China?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Manila continues to flirt with the idea, details remain murky for now.