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Philippines military modernization
What Will Australia’s New Military Terror Aid to the Philippines Look Like?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though details remain to be worked out, the general shape of Canberra’s deepening security role is becoming increasingly clearer.
US-Philippines Air Force Cooperation in the Spotlight Amid Exchange
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two allies completed the latest iteration of a new exchange established last year.
What Did the US Pacific Military Chief’s Philippines Visit Accomplish?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at Harry Harris’ visit to Manila.
Battle for Marawi Exposes Philippines’ Military Intelligence Crisis
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The ongoing Marawi crisis has pointed to well-known capability gaps that Manila is now attempting to urgently fill.
A New Japan-Philippines Military Helicopter Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though specifics are still unclear, a transaction mulled by the two sides reflects their ongoing defense cooperation.
Why Has the Philippines’ Military Struggled in its Terror Fight Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite advances being made, it has been an uphill climb and the challenge is much deeper than the headlines suggest.
US Gives Philippines 2 New Military Surveillance Aircraft Amid Rising Terror Threat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Washington delivers yet another much-needed capability boost to the Southeast Asian state.
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.
What’s With the New US-Philippines Sulu Sea Patrols Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two allies completed a coordinated patrol in what has become a promising area for maritime security cooperation.
Where Is the Philippines’ Air Force Modernization Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite delays, there are some signs of progress on key projects.
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.
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.