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Maritime security
Japan, US, and PH Launch Multilateral Maritime Exercise to Strengthen Regional Security
In a demonstration of growing maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), Philippine Navy (PN), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), and...
Japan reaffirms commitment to free and open Indo-Pacific at Manila Dialogue
Japan participated in the Manila Dialogue on the South China Sea 2025, with representatives discussing regional maritime security, rule-based order, and international cooperation alongside...
PH–EU dialogue in Brussels reinforces joint maritime priorities
The Philippines and the European Union held the Third Subcommittee on Maritime Cooperation (SCM) under the EU–Philippines Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) in Brussels...
France to PH: Your leadership key to Indo-Pacific regional stability
France reaffirmed its commitment to protect marine ecosystems, promote renewable energy, and support sustainable fisheries in the Philippines, underscoring its shared responsibility in ensuring...
US, allies unite to defend free seas; $55M aid pledged for Indo-Pacific partners
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to maritime security in the Indo-Pacific, announcing $55 million in new funding to help regional partners strengthen...
Filipinos are valued members of Czech society, says Ambassador Hejč
The Czech Republic reaffirmed its commitment to protect Filipino workers and to stand with the Philippines in upholding its maritime rights, as it celebrated...
UK’s growing defense budget signals stronger Indo-Pacific stand, says envoy
By Monsi A. Serrano The United Kingdom’s landmark decision to raise its defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035—its largest military investment since the...
PH, EU agree to protect vital maritime and cyber infra vs ‘hybrid threats’
Experts from the Philippines and the European Union (EU) have joined forces to tackle growing threats to sea cables, cyber networks, and other critical...
EU, PH launch security dialogue amid rising China-Russia alliance
The European Union and the Philippines have launched a landmark Security and Defense Dialogue, amid the strengthening alliance between China and Russia. High Representative and...
PBBM pushes collab over conflict at ASEAN-Gulf Council-China Summit
Amid rising tensions in the West Philippine Sea, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday joined fellow leaders at the historic ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council...