Hegseth Talks South China Sea ‘Deterrence’ With Philippines
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Washington’s “ironclad” commitment to a mutual defense treaty with the ...
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21st PH-China festival kicks off, marks 50 years of diplomacy
The 21st Philippines-China Traditional Cultural Festival kicked off at the Chinese Garden in Rizal Park on Feb. 9, 2025, ...
Philippines military eyes more upgrades, including 'dream' submarines
The Philippines is looking to buy more military hardware to modernise its arsenal, including additional BrahMos missiles from India and at least two submarines, the chief of the armed forces said on ...
US, Philippine fighter aircraft jointly patrol disputed shoal region guarded by China
U.S. and Philippine fighter aircraft have staged a joint patrol and training over a disputed South China Sea shoal where ...
Philippines to modernise military with India’s BrahMos missiles amid China tensions
This move comes amid escalating tensions between Manila and Beijing, with the Philippines observing an increase in Chinese vessels within its maritime zone.
Canada and Philippines are in final negotiations for joint exercises in the South China Sea
Canada and the Philippines are in the final stages of negotiating a key defense pact that would allow their forces to hold ...
Marcos Slams China, Duterte in Philippine Midterm Election Pitch
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. railed against China as he started campaigning for his Senate candidates, making ...
Can the US keep the upper hand over China in the Philippines?
If Washington turns inward, Manila must leverage its position and diplomatic support to boost its own development and defence ...
China South Industries Group's deputy general manager under investigation
Liu Weidong, a deputy general manager of China South Industries Group, has fallen under investigation for suspected violations of laws and discipline, China's anti-graft watchdog announced on ...