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Philippines Weighs Acquisition of U.S.-Made Typhon Missile System

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Philippines Weighs Acquisition of U.S Made Typhon Missile System Amid Rising Regional Tensions MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government is actively considering the acquisition of the U.S.-developed Typhon missile system, a highly advanced, mobile, land-based platform capable of launching intermediate-range precision-guided missiles—including the long-range Tomahawk cruise missile—as part of its ongoing defense modernization efforts. According…

China Must Address “Deficit of Trust”, Says Philippine Defense Secretary

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Philippines Defense Chief Slams China’s Behavior in the South China In a bold signal that the Philippines is doubling down on its tough stance against Beijing, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has retained Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. amid a sweeping Cabinet revamp. Known as one of the most vocal critics of China in the region,…

Hegseth Issued New Warning About Possible ‘Imminent’ Threat From China

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As the Indo-Pacific edges deeper into strategic turbulence, one partnership is proving to be a bulwark against uncertainty: the U.S.-Philippine alliance. In a region where China’s maritime assertiveness is reshaping the balance of power, old allies are finding new resolve. On May 30, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Philippine Secretary of National…

Philippines EU Launch Security Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions in the SCS!

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Philippines EU Launch Security Dialogue To elevate strategic partnership, the Philippines and the European Union have agreed to establish a formal security and defense dialogue aimed at tackling a wide range of 21st-century threats — from cyberattacks and foreign interference to maritime security challenges and hybrid warfare. The move, announced on Monday during the visit…

Latest Update: Philippines to Develop its Biggest Airport In the Spratly Islands Claimed by China’

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Philippines to Develop its Biggest Airport In the icy waters of the North Atlantic, NATO frigates and Russian submarines play a silent game of cat-and-mouse through the GIUK Gap—a strategic naval chokepoint between Greenland, Iceland, and the UK. It’s a place where geography defines power, where nations dig in not for conquest, but for presence….

🇺🇸 Rethinking America’s Presence in South Korea: Smart Strategy or Dangerous Gamble?

If U.S. Pulls Back, Who’s Left to Stand Against China?

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Without U.S. who will stand against china? In a region where every missile launch makes headlines and alliances define stability, a quiet but powerful shift is underway. The United States is considering a partial military withdrawal of around 4,500 troops from South Korea—out of the 28,500 currently stationed there. At first glance, it seems like…

Why This Tiny Filipino Island Terrifies China!

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Pagasa Island—aptly named “hope” in Filipino—is a mere 37 hectares in size, yet it carries immense symbolic and strategic weight for the Philippines. Situated in the disputed South China Sea, it hosts a tiny civilian community of around 300 residents who live in modest wooden homes, fish the greenish blue waters, and grow vegetables in…

Why the Philippines is Prioritizing Submarine Acquisition for Deterrence Against China?

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On May 25, 2025, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) marked a significant leap in its maritime defense capabilities with the official arrival of its first ATR 72-600MPA maritime patrol aircraft , delivered from Italy via Phuket, Thailand. This advanced platform, equipped with cutting-edge surveillance systems including radar, electro-optical sensors, and signals intelligence (SIGINT) gear, is…

The Philippines’ Evolving Defense Posture: New Naval Bases, US Alliance, and South China Sea Dynamics

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The Philippines’ Modernization Imperative: From Internal Security to Archipelagic Defense The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has historically focused on internal security challenges such as insurgencies and terrorism, with limited investment in external defense capabilities. This internal orientation, coupled with outdated equipment, left the country vulnerable to external threats. However, recent developments in…

Thousands of U.S. Military Vehicles Land in Philippines – China Furious

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Imagine a place of stunning beauty — islands surrounded by bright turquoise waters, home to colorful coral reefs and peaceful beaches. Now picture that same place at the center of a dangerous global conflict. That’s what’s happening in the South China Sea, where geography meets geopolitics in a very tense way. This sea is one…