Amid defense revamp, Australia keen on helping Philippines with maritime security
As ties between the two countries grow amid an evolving regional landscape, Australia hopes to further capacitate the Philippines by providing opportunities for training in maritime security – either through training exercises or through educational opportunities.
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From A to Z: Discussions at the US-Philippines defense, foreign affairs dialogue
As war games begin in back home, US and Philippine officials pave ways to modernize the alliance and craft specific plans moving forward.
Kalayaan LGU turns to tourism, game fishing in tense West Philippine Sea
Kalayaan island aims to be the next "center of adventure tourism" in Palawan as its local government unit prepares to open its first week-long expedition to the public.
Philippines' balancing act: Independence while maintaining 'complex' relationships
The US has reaffirmed its support for the defense of its former colony and current ally partner but analysts underscore that the decades-old alliance is not the "be all and end all" of Philippine foreign policy.
Marcos foreign policy so far: Clear stance on sea dispute, clemency bid for Mary Jane Veloso
In the first 100 days that Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has been president, his administration was able to drive home an unequivocal message on the West Philippine Sea and ask for executive clemency on behalf of detained OFW Mary Jane Veloso.
What the Philippines can learn from China's reaction to Pelosi's Taiwan visit
After seeing how China reacted to visits to Taiwan by US officials over the past weeks, analysts point out that the Philippines should prepare to build its capacity and form strategic alliances to defend its territories.