PH beefs up naval presence in WPS
(UPDATE) THE Philippines has deployed another warship to the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to build up its presence in the volatile waters in the face of increasingly aggressive incursions by Chinese vessels.
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Military winning vs terrorism, insurgency
THE military claimed on Wednesday that it had gained ground against terrorists who suffered defeat in battles across the country.
Brawner: Unity crucial in defending sovereignty
ARMED Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Romeo Brawner Jr. on Sunday said Ukrainian citizens defending their nation from a Russian invasion could serve as a role model for Filipinos in forging unity to deter Chinese intrusion in the West Philippine Sea.
AFP: Advancing peace every citizen's duty
THE military as well as the international and domestic stakeholders have acknowledged the role and commitment of the citizenry in peace-building, and resolved to sustain the dividends of peace that the country is now enjoying after decades of conflict.
Asean body, PH plan disaster response tack
THE Asean Coordinating Center for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Center) and the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) of the Philippines have partnered to map out response mechanisms to various forms of disasters striking different parts of the region.
Canada, PH hold joint patrol in WPS
PHILIPPINE and Canadian navy ships on Thursday jointly patrolled the West Philippine Sea in what is seen as a show of solidarity amid the increasing presence of Chinese vessels in the politically turbulent waters.
France envoy eyes closer defense ties with PH
(UPDATE) THE French government on Wednesday vowed to enhance its defense and security partnership with the Philippines as the country continues to deal with acts of aggression in the West Philippine Sea.
PH boosts WPS watch with new US aircraft
THE United States government on Tuesday handed over a surveillance aircraft to the Philippines for monitoring increasing incursions by China in the West Philippine Sea, particularly its alleged harvesting of corals in one of the areas that lie within the country's exclusive economic zone (EEZ).