Geo-Politics Archives - Page 5 of 26

Italy’s Fincantieri, Germany’s TKMS team up for the Philippine Submarine Program

indopacificreport2 months ago2 months ago019 mins

On April 10, 2025, Philippine coastal radars detected an unidentified Chinese submarine gliding silently just beyond Palawan’s reef line. Within hours, local fishermen reported deepfrequency vibrations beneath their bancas, prompting an urgent scramble of Navy patrol boats. This stealthy incursion—enabled by advanced airindependent propulsion, magnetically inert hulls, and acousticdampening coatings—laid bare Manila’s critical undersea vulnerability and highlight…

A New Cold War Weapon? NMESIS Deployed in the Philippines During Balikatan

indopacificreport3 months ago020 mins

“Sir, NMESIS is operational. Target acquisition confirmed. Standing by for a fire mission.” The voice crackled over the radio, breaking the silence on the remote edge of Cagayan North International Airport. Against a backdrop of dense jungle and looming coastal cliffs, U.S. Marines moved with quiet precision, offloading a sleek, unmanned vehicle armed with one…

U.S. Deployed Anti-Ship Missiles in the Philippines to Deter China!

indopacificreport3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Against a backdrop of increasing regional tensions and a commitment to mutual defence, treaty allies the Philippines and the United States are poised to commence their annual joint military exercises, this year deploying a significant contingent of approximately 14,000 troops. These large-scale drills, a recurring demonstration of their enduring security alliance, are particularly noteworthy as…

Why Does China See Pete Hegseth’s Manila Visit as an Escalation?

indopacificreport3 months ago3 months ago028 mins

The United States lies nearly 7,000 miles from East Asia, separated by the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. Yet distance has never deterred Washington from projecting power across its waters. A string of strategic outposts—from Hawaii to Guam to Okinawa—extends America’s reach toward the western Pacific, where its alliances along the Asian rim anchor…

How Was the Philippines Left to Fall in 1941?

indopacificreport3 months ago023 mins

December 8, 1941, the day after Pearl Harbor, sirens wailed over the Philippines as Japanese bombers darkened the skies. Soldiers at Clark Field looked up in horror, their rifles useless against the approaching storm. In a matter of hours, Japan had shattered America’s air power in the Pacific. General Douglas MacArthur, stationed in Manila, received…

Can Trump Really Stop Iran’s Nuclear Plan Without a War?

indopacificreport3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

The Current Issue: The United States and Iran are preparing for high-stakes diplomatic talks this Saturday in Oman, aiming to address Tehran’s fast-moving nuclear program. While President Donald Trump has touted the meeting as a significant opportunity—and has not ruled out military action if diplomacy fails— the talks will be indirect and mediated by Oman’s…

$5.6 Billion F-16 Deal Why the Philippines’ Air Force Is Now a Regional Game-Changer

$5.6 Billion F-16 Deal: Why the Philippines’ Air Force Is Now Really a Regional Game-Changer?

indopacificreport3 months ago021 mins

It begins with the roar of afterburners echoing across the skies of Luzon. April 2025. The sun rises over the Philippine archipelago, marking the dawn of an era defined by renewed national strength and sovereignty. Over 1,700 dedicated military personnel, more than 20 advanced fighter aircraft, and the resounding thunder of jet engines herald Cope…

China’s Mega Projects: Boom or Debt Trap?

Pacific Report Staff4 months ago4 months ago027 mins

It all started with a grand vision, China, the ancient Middle Kingdom, rising once again to reclaim its place as the world’s economic powerhouse. But instead of conquering lands with armies, it wielded something far more powerful: money. With the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2013, Beijing promised to build roads,…

$35B War Machine: How the Philippines is Reshaping Its Military!

indopacificreport4 months ago024 mins

In early 1942, on the rugged slopes of the Bataan peninsula, Filipino and American soldiers waged a desperate, months-long battle against a relentless Japanese onslaught. Amid shortages and overwhelming odds, these defenders held their ground with gritty determination, carving out a legacy of valor even as the battle took its devastating toll. Their stand at…

Trump Sparks Global Trade War with Sweeping Tariffs on Canada, China, and Mexico

indopacificreport4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

WASHINGTON – The Trade War Returns The United States has reignited major trade conflicts with its three largest trading partners after President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China took effect early Tuesday. The measures, which impose a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods and double existing duties on…