The Philippines said Thursday it wants to acquire defense equipment from Japan, as the two allies strengthen defense ties in the face of China’s increasing assertiveness in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea). Nation
Subic-BlogMANILA – Racing against time to rebuild the country’s air defense capabilities, the first lead-in supersonic fighter trainer jet acquired by the Philippine Air Force (PAF) made its first successful maiden test flight in South Korea last week. Nation
Subic-BlogVIENNA — The commander of US troops in Europe has dismissed claims by Russia that it is staying out of the Ukraine conflict, speaking of "clear and … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogNiluluto na ang posibleng Visiting Forces Agreement ng Japan at Pilipinas. Aminado ang Defense Department na kasama sa dahilan kung bakit isinusulong ang VFA ay ang patuloy na pagiging agresibo ng China sa pinag-aagawang teritoryo. Nation
Subic-BlogThe opening of Philippine military bases for the US and Japan, and the simultaneous war games with them reflect Philippine dependence and its … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogYesterday it cautioned the Philippines, the US and Japan against playing up the naval drills. “As I've said lots of times, we hope that relevant countries … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogThe lawmaker warned that the Philippines' reliance on United States and Japan "will only lead to further subservience, dependency, and an … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogIn a move that could be interpreted as a warning to China, the Philippines is set to hold separate naval exercises with US and Japanese navies not far … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogPUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines (AP) — A tiny military exercise in the … "It is going to be with the U.S., Australia, the Philippines and others.". Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogA tiny military exercise in the Philippines may presage something much … In theory, it could help the U.S. keep an eye on the Chinese navy in the … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogJapanese and US surveillance planes aldn at an airport in Puerto Princesa on the western provincial island of Palawan, Philippines, in a joint military … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogThe Philippines, which has one of the region's weakest militaries, has been expanding its defence ties with both the US and Japan, to get backing … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has admitted weaknesses in territorial defense and disaster response because of lack of equipment and resources. Nation
Subic-BlogAmerican experts and investors are closely watching political, military and economic developments in the South China Sea. Some observers are … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogManila – The Philippines were holding separate naval drills with two of the country's top military allies, the United States and Japan, near the disputed … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogMANILA—. Military exercises between the United States and the Philippines opened Monday, at the same time that the Japanese and Philippine … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogPALAWAN, PHILIPPINES – The U.S. and Japan are conducting separate military drills with the Philippines near disputed islands in the South China … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogManila (dpa) – The Philippines were holding separate naval drills with two of the country's top military allies, the United States and Japan, near the … Google Alert – philippine US
Subic-BlogA Philippine military official said there was no plan for the Philippine, U.S. and Japanese navies to hold combined exercises on Palawan island, 160 … Google Alert – philippine US
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