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Philippines military modernization
More Purpose, Fewer Platitudes: The Philippines’ Defense Diplomacy Under Marcos
By Justin Baquisal
Last week's water cannon incident underscores the hard limits of engagement with China – and the need for the Philippines’ to build up its military capability.
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.
Fearing US Sanctions, Philippines Scraps Russian Helicopter Deal
By Jim Gomez
The first batch of the multi-purpose Mi-17 helicopters was scheduled for delivery by Russia's Sovtechnoexport in 2024.
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.
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.
The Philippines Post-VFA: No Easy Choices
By Lucio Blanco Pitlo III
If Manila wants to wean itself off the U.S. alliance, it has several options. Each has drawbacks – but so does the status quo.
What’s Next for the Philippines Multirole Fighter Program?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Southeast Asian state continues to consider choices for its pursuit of additional fighter jets.
Philippines Submarine Quest: What’s in the French Option?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Recent developments have spotlighted the French Scorpene within the choices the Philippines has in a potential submarine quest.
What’s in the New South Korea-Philippines Shipbuilding Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The new agreement highlights the continued inroads both countries are making in this realm.
Helicopter Restoration Effort Highlights Philippines Air Force Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country continues to move forward with ongoing efforts to boost its aging helicopter fleet.
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.
What’s in the New Philippines Joint Service Military Exercise?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the significance of what would constitute the first engagement of its kind.
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