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MILITARY1d agoHegseth seeks to assuage Southeast Asian partners on trip to PhilippinesDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth attempted to assuage Southeast Asian partners this week that the U.S. is dedicated to its allies in the Asia-Pacific region and pitched a defense framework to guide cooperation in the next few years during his trip to the Philippines. Hegseth said the Trump administration’s “strong, quiet and clear” approach to the…The Hill
MILITARY1d agoHegseth pledges stronger military framework with Philippines, but lacks detailsUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced additional military cooperation funding for the Philippines and agreed with Manila on efforts for enhanced interoperability between their forces on Wednesday, as Washington sought to strengthen its defence posture along the first island chain. The Pentagon disclosed neither the size of the funding increase nor a timetable for the coordination initiative following Hegseth’s meeting with Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jnr in Cebu on the...South China Morning Post
MILITARY2d agoUS proposes "ambitious" defense alliance with Southeast Asia in the PhilippinesThe US Defense Secretary proposes a cooperation framework with Southeast Asia, highlighting the region's pragmatism and pride. It seeks to strengthen alliances for a free Asia-Pacific region, while China expands its influence. It calls for naval cooperation and joint defense.Clarín
MILITARY4d agoPentagon chief Hegseth to visit Philippines to meet US allies at Asean eventsUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth will travel to the Philippines this week to meet regional allies, the Pentagon announced on Sunday. The visit comes amid a push by Washington to tighten security ties in the Indo-Pacific ahead of an expected meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in southern China. Hegseth, a former Fox News host, has faced criticism from Democrats and some Republicans over his handling of the war against Iran, as well as concerns that the conflict could divert...South China Morning Post
MILITARYBREAKING5d agoMilitary tragedy in the Philippines: two planes crashed during training and four pilots diedClarín
MILITARY6d agoMid - air collision of Philippines military planes kills 4 pilotsfreemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
MILITARY6d agoFour Pilots Killed In Mid-Air Collision Of Philippines Military PlanesChannels TV
MILITARYOct 23Koizumi eyes meeting with Hegseth in Philippines next weekJapanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Friday that he is arranging a possible meeting with his U.S. counterpart Pete Hegseth next week, as he considers attending an expanded…Japan Today
MILITARYOct 7Poland’s President in the Philippines: Black Hawks, ASEAN, and US Defense InterestsCould Nawrocki’s visit to Manila serve to promote further Black Hawk sales across ASEAN, potentially benefiting U.S. industrial interests?The Diplomat
MILITARYSep 18Poland eyes deeper Philippines defence ties following Black Hawk dealPoland’s delivery of Black Hawk helicopters to the Philippines has given Warsaw a foothold in Manila’s defence market as it seeks to expand exports from its growing defence industry, with analysts saying drones, air defence and potentially co-production could pave the way for a broader partnership. Polish deputy foreign minister Wladyslaw Bartoszewski said on Tuesday that Warsaw was keen to pursue further defence partnerships with the Philippines, as Poland poured US$50 billion into...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 7Philippines warns China may reassert itself amid US-South Korea drill cutsManila defence chief says Washington gave 'definite assurances' that its commitments to the Philippines remain.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYSep 5How Asian shipyards in Japan, Korea and Philippines keep US warships battle readyAfter being stranded in the South China Sea following a power failure in July, the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Benfold was towed to Subic Bay in the Philippines for emergency repairs. The facility is among the repair and maintenance hubs the US Navy has been developing in the region, strategically pushing for allies to perform major maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) work on US naval vessels given the decline of its shipbuilding base at home. The repair work on the Benfold in the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 1UK-Philippines troop deal to boost Nato’s South China Sea reachA proposed troop access deal between the Philippines and Britain marks the latest step in Manila’s drive to draw more European and like-minded powers into its efforts to safeguard the free flow of trade through the South China Sea and neighbouring waterways. The visiting forces agreement would allow troops from both countries to train and operate temporarily on each other’s soil, a move analysts said could deepen the Philippines’ ties with Nato members and reduce its reliance on the US security...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 27Philippines’ rising military pensions risk triggering budget ‘time bomb’The Philippines’ push for military modernisation is being squeezed by a ballooning pension bill for its troops as fears mount over its ability to finance newer ships, aircraft and other defence assets. The Department of National Defence has proposed spending 142.95 billion pesos (US$2.3 billion) on military and uniformed personnel (MUP) pensions in 2027, out of a total proposed defence budget of 324.6 billion pesos. The planned pension budget is 7 per cent higher than the 133.91 billion pesos...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 26Philippines eyes drones and ‘system of systems’ to boost asymmetric defenceFacing a far larger Chinese military presence at sea, the Philippines is looking to drones not as a substitute for warships and aircraft but as a relatively low-cost way to make its forces harder to find, suppress and outmanoeuvre, analysts have said. The administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has focused on expanding the military’s drone fleet as part of its external defence strategy. Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jnr told lawmakers on Tuesday that Manila also needed to secure...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 25Philippines seeking to expand military drone capabilities , says defense chiefThe Philippine defense chief announced that the country is looking to expand its military drone capabilities. This indicates a focus on modernizing and enhancing national defense assets.bworldonline.com · Philippines
MILITARYAug 25Philippines to expand military drone fleet as South China Sea tensions riseThe Philippines plans to expand its unmanned ⁠capabilities, including through development ⁠and acquisition of drones as part ⁠of efforts to modernise its military, its defence chief said on Tuesday. US defence ally the Philippines also planned to acquire additional guided-missile corvettes and other major defence assets to strengthen its external defence capabilities, Defence Secretary Gilberto ‌Teodoro told a budget hearing in the lower house of Congress. The Philippines has shifted its...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 22Philippines - Japan defense agreement takes effectA new defense agreement between the Philippines and Japan has officially come into effect, strengthening military cooperation between the two nations. This development has implications for regional security and alliances.philstar.com · Philippines
MILITARYAug 18Philippines Confident in U . S . Defense Commitment Despite Middle East RedeploymentThe Philippines expresses confidence in the U.S. defense commitment, despite American military redeployment from the Middle East. This concerns regional security and alliance stability.econotimes.com · United States
MILITARYAug 17Is Philippines’ aim to become an arms exporter like India overly ambitious?The Philippines is looking to India as a model of defence self-reliance as it continues building its capabilities to manage maritime disputes following the purchase of its first BrahMos missiles from Delhi. While India’s experience is useful, it is more practical for Manila to cooperate with Delhi in stages than push quickly to manufacture its own weapons, according to analysts. Speaking at a forum organised by Indian think tank Observer Research Foundation on August 12, the Philippines...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 15US special forces ready to step up combat drills in Philippines and help deter aggression in AsiaUS special forces are prepared to increase combat drills in the Philippines. This initiative aims to help deter aggression in Asia.yahoo.com · United States
MILITARYAug 14Philippines | Military . comThis article from Military.com focuses on military-related news concerning the Philippines. It likely covers updates on defense, operations, or personnel within the country's armed forces.military.com · United States
MILITARYAug 10As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?The Philippines and the United States are marking the 75th anniversary of their defence alliance with a renewed pledge to step up joint drills as geopolitical tensions in the region continue to simmer. While the allies are moving towards more frequent planning for maritime security cooperation and deterrence, there are still questions about Washington’s long-term commitment towards the security of the Philippines and the broader region, according to analysts. At an annual meeting to strengthen...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 3Philippines eyes Ukraine’s drone know-how for South China SeaUkraine’s use of cheap, adaptable drones to slow Russia’s military advance has become a model for countries looking to modernise their armed forces, with the Philippines the latest to explore what defence lessons it can learn from Kyiv. Some analysts see a proposed drone partnership with Ukraine as a potential game changer for Manila, offering a short cut to more agile, asymmetric capabilities as tensions persist in the South China Sea. Others are more cautious, urging the Philippines to first...South China Morning Post
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