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US Clears Possible $5B Sale of Jet Fighters to Philippines

US Clears Possible $5B Sale of Jet Fighters to Philippines

By Sebastian Strangio
The proposed acquisition of F-16 fighters would bolster Manila's ability to defend its own assets in disputed parts of the South China Sea.
China Conducts South China Sea Patrol as US Defense Chief Visits Philippines

China Conducts South China Sea Patrol as US Defense Chief Visits Philippines

By Sebastian Strangio
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pledged to bolster Manila's capacity to push back against Beijing's growing assertiveness in the South China Sea.

US Defense Chief to Visit Philippines Ahead of Joint Military Drills

US Defense Chief to Visit Philippines Ahead of Joint Military Drills

By Sebastian Strangio
Manila seems set to remain a priority partner for Washington, despite the Trump administration's radical foreign policy changes.

Chinese FM Criticizes US Missile Deployment in the Philippines

Chinese FM Criticizes US Missile Deployment in the Philippines

By Sebastian Strangio
From its base in Luzon, the Typhon land-based missile system has the ability to strike targets in mainland China.

US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise

US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise

By Sebastian Strangio
This year's exercise, the 39th iteration since 1991, will be the first to take place outside the Philippines territorial waters.
US Firms Set to Invest $1 Billion in Philippines, Commerce Secretary Says

US Firms Set to Invest $1 Billion in Philippines, Commerce Secretary Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The Biden administration is hoping to elevate economic relations with Manila to keep step with the recent enhancement of security ties.

Philippines, US Launch Joint Maritime And Air Patrols

Philippines, US Launch Joint Maritime And Air Patrols

By Sebastian Strangio
The long-expected announcement comes at a time of growing tension in contested parts of the South China Sea.
Philippines’ President Marcos Bound for Washington Next Week

Philippines’ President Marcos Bound for Washington Next Week

By Sebastian Strangio
The meeting punctuates a period of swift advancement in the security alliance between the Philippines and the United States.

US to Spend $100 Million on Upgrades to Philippine Military Facilities

US to Spend $100 Million on Upgrades to Philippine Military Facilities

By Sebastian Strangio
Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo said yesterday that six projects are slated for completion by the end of the year.

US, Philippines Announce Further Upgrades to Security Ties

US, Philippines Announce Further Upgrades to Security Ties

By Sebastian Strangio
The 2+2 meeting of defense and foreign ministers coincided with the opening of the largest-ever iteration of the annual Balikatan military exercise.

US to Host Top Philippine Officials For Third 2+2 Ministerial Meeting

US to Host Top Philippine Officials For Third 2+2 Ministerial Meeting

By Sebastian Strangio
This is the first such meeting to take place since late in the administration of President Benigno Aquino III.
Philippine, US Reveal Sites of Four Additional EDCA Facilities

Philippine, US Reveal Sites of Four Additional EDCA Facilities

By Sebastian Strangio
The U.S. military will be granted access to three additional military facilities in the northern Philippines, and one on the island of Palawan in the South China Sea.

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