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Philippines military modernization
Philippine Navy Commissions New Ships in 118th Anniversary Celebration
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Vessels hailed as an upgrade for the country’s military capabilities.
Philippines, France Ink New Defense Pact
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Defense agreement lays out framework for bilateral cooperation.
US-Philippines Alliance to Reach ‘New Level’: US Defense Chief
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Ash Carter offers praise for bilateral ties in a think tank speech ahead of a visit to Manila.
Australia Gives the Philippines Another Military Boost
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila takes delivery of three more ex-Australian landing craft heavy vessels in a boost for its sealift capability.
Philippines Creates New South China Sea Task Force
By Prashanth Parameswaran
National Task Force designed to better coordinate policy among agencies.
US Submarine Visits Former Philippines Base Amid South China Sea Tensions
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Washington touts "stabilizing force" of its presence as Manila and Beijing trade barbs.
Aquino’s Military Modernization: Unprecedented But Insufficient
By Shang-su Wu
Aquino jumpstarted the Philippines' military modernization efforts, but the country still has a long way to go.
Philippines To Get Five Aircraft from Japan Amid South China Sea Tensions
By Prashanth Parameswaran
President confirms leasing of TC-90s from Tokyo in what would be another forward step for defense ties.
Philippines, UK to Ink New Defense Pact By End of 2016
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Britain’s ambassador says a fresh and more robust agreement could be concluded soon.
US, Philippines Boost Ties In Ministerial Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The "2+2" in Washington sees discussion on defense, economics and violent extremism.
Philippine Court Upholds New US Defense Pact
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Supreme Court upholds constitutionality of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement.
Philippines Looks to Arm Its New Fighter Jets
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila is moving forward with purchasing ammunition for its new jets from South Korea.