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US Philippines defense

October 02, 2017
US, Philippines Launch New Military Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The first iteration of KAMANDAG gets underway.

September 29, 2017
What Did the New US-Philippines Terror Drills Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The inaugural iteration of Tempest Wind bears attention within the broader context of the alliance.

September 21, 2017
US, Philippines Launch New Terror Drills
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A fresh counterterrorism exercise is yet another sign of the progress being made in defense ties in the Duterte era.

September 02, 2017
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.

August 29, 2017
What Did the US Pacific Military Chief’s Philippines Visit Accomplish?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at Harry Harris’ visit to Manila.

July 01, 2017
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.

June 14, 2017
US Navy Commander’s Philippines Voyage Reaffirms Alliance in Duterte Era
By Prashanth Parameswaran
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Scott Swift was in Manila this week.

May 16, 2017
How Significant is the 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Duterte has certainly been a damper on Balikatan thus far, officials also have a point about its enduring relevance.

April 27, 2017
What To Expect From The 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at what is in store for the largest drills between the two allies set to kick off next month.

April 18, 2017
What Will the Biggest US-Philippines Military Exercise Look Like Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what we know about this year's Balikatan exercises and what they say about the state of the alliance.

April 04, 2017
US Destroyer Makes Port Call in Philippines’ Subic Bay
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Move indicates continuing military links between the two allies in spite of what the rhetoric may suggest.

January 28, 2017
Where is the New US-Philippines Military Pact Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the progress both sides are making on this front.