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Manila’s Focus on External Defense Needs Peace in Mindanao
May 08, 2023

Manila’s Focus on External Defense Needs Peace in Mindanao

By Georgi Engelbrecht
Despite its increasing focus on external threats, the Philippine government can't afford to take the Bangsamoro peace process for granted.

Is the US Going Too Far in Its Alliance With the Philippines?
April 17, 2023

Is the US Going Too Far in Its Alliance With the Philippines?

By Sarang Shidore
The strengthening Philippines-U.S. alliance should remain focused on the South China Sea – and not overreach on Taiwan. 
Philippine Military Chief Replaced by Retiring General
January 09, 2023

Philippine Military Chief Replaced by Retiring General

By Jim Gomez
The government did not provide any explanation for the replacement of Lt. Gen. Bartolome Bacarro, who was supposed to serve until August 2025.

Fearing US Sanctions, Philippines Scraps Russian Helicopter Deal
July 28, 2022

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.

US Bill Aims to End Aid to Philippines Military and Police
September 25, 2020

US Bill Aims to End Aid to Philippines Military and Police

By Nick Aspinwall
The Philippine Human Rights Act would end American security assistance to Manila unless it commits to reforms.

Why the Philippines Needs to Revise Its National Defense Act
September 24, 2020

Why the Philippines Needs to Revise Its National Defense Act

By Jay Tristan Tarriela
An 80-plus year old law has allowed the Philippine Army near-unquestioned dominance over the military. That has to change.

Philippine Navy’s Coronavirus Challenge in the Headlines With Postponed International Engagements
April 07, 2020

Philippine Navy’s Coronavirus Challenge in the Headlines With Postponed International Engagements

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The decision illustrates COVID-19’s impact on the service and its external engagement.  
The Philippine Navy Needs More Than New Ships
March 06, 2020

The Philippine Navy Needs More Than New Ships

By Jay Tristan Tarriela
Until its institutional problems are solved, the PN will not be able to achieve its ambitious goals.

The Philippines Post-VFA: No Easy Choices
February 27, 2020

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.

Philippines Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities in the Headlines With Training
February 25, 2020

Philippines Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities in the Headlines With Training

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Southeast Asian state has continued ongoing efforts to develop a recently acquired capability.

What Will the Philippines’ First Western Pacific Naval Symposium Hosting Look Like?
February 24, 2020

What Will the Philippines’ First Western Pacific Naval Symposium Hosting Look Like?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
As we get closer to the engagement, the Southeast Asian state has revealed more details about how its hosting may play out.
New Regional Training Center Search Puts Philippines Coast Guard Capabilities in the Headlines
February 10, 2020

New Regional Training Center Search Puts Philippines Coast Guard Capabilities in the Headlines

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent development spotlighted the service’s continued effort to enhance its capabilities.

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