PH Fleet major ships test-fire weapon systems

CAPITAL SHIP  assets of the Philippine Fleet (PF) showcased their modern tactical capabilities by firing and testing all weapons systems during a series of warfare simulations conducted in the waters off Zambales, Bataan, and Mindoro Strait.

Vietnam defense chief to visit PH

DEPARTMENT OF National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. sees stronger defense ties between the Philippines and Vietnam with the coming visit of his Vietnamese counterpart.

PH, Japan hold 1st maritime cooperative activity in WPS

NAVAL VESSELS from the Philippines and Japan held their first bilateral maritime cooperative activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea on Friday.

Marcos committed to peace process

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. is committed to the peace process, reiterating during his 3rd State of the Nation Address (SONA) that the government will honor all peace agreements and their terms, Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. said Tuesday.

PAF gets briefing on efficient tools, consumable items management

UNITED STATES  Air Force (USAF) personnel briefed their Filipino counterparts on how to further enhance efficiency in using their tools and other consumable items during the ongoing Cope Thunder Philippines (CT PH 24-1) exercise at Basa Air Base in Floridablanca town, Pampanga province on Wednesday.

DFA defends US, Japan trilateral; tells China to reflect own actions

THE PHILIPPINES’ move to strengthen alliance and partnership with the United States and Japan is Manila’s “sovereign decision” and should not be seen as a threat by any peace-loving country, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) told China on Thursday.

Chinese harassment won't deter WPS resupply missions

THE PHILIPPINES' rotation and reprovisioning (RORE) missions in its detachments in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) would not be deterred by China's harassment tactics, a ranking Philippine Navy (PN) official said on Tuesday.

PH Navy honors 2 fallen aviators in Cavite crash

THE PHILIPPINE  Navy (PN) paid tribute to its two aviators who perished in Thursday's crash of their Robinson R-22 trainer helicopter in Cavite City.

Don't lose sight of China's illegal acts in WPS

THE DEPARTMENT  of National Defense (DND) on Tuesday reminded Filipinos not to lose sight of China's illegal activities in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), as debates heat up over the so-called "gentleman's agreement" reportedly made by the former administration with Beijing.

Red-free Surigao del Norte ‘significant milestone’ in anti-NPA drive

THE DECLARATION of Surigao del Norte as an insurgency-free province highlights the government's ongoing efforts against the New People's Army (NPA) and its allies, National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año said.

Red-free Surigao del Norte ‘significant milestone’ in anti-NPA drive

THE DECLARATION of Surigao del Norte as an insurgency-free province highlights the government's ongoing efforts against the New People's Army (NPA) and its allies, National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año said.

PH, Japan troops boost disaster response via cooperation project

THE PHILIPPINE Army (PA) announced Wednesday that it had deployed a 12-member contingent to the 3rd Japan-Philippine Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) Cooperation Project in Tokyo, Japan.

Amnesty key to better lives, opportunities for ex-rebels

OFFICE OF the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. on Wednesday emphasized the importance of granting amnesty to members of revolutionary groups who have committed crimes in pursuit of their political beliefs.

DND chief wants heightened military presence in Batanes

DEPARTMENT OF  National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. called for more military presence in the country's northernmost province of Batanes.

No truth to reports of Task Force Davao's abolition

THE ARMED  Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday refuted claims that the Task Force Davao would be dismantled.

Gov’t to use ‘resolute’ force to quell attempts to divide PH

NATIONAL SECRETARY Adviser Eduardo Año emphasized on Sunday that the government will do everything to prevent any attempt to dismember the country.

Remain professional, united toward strong PH

ARMED FORCES  of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Sunday expressed confidence in the professionalism of Filipino troops, noting that a united and robust military is among the foundations of a strong nation.

Reject calls to destabilize, divide PH

OFFICE OF  the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. on Friday called on all Filipinos to shun any calls that would destabilize and divide the country, stressing that a united nation is vital in achieving development. 

No red-tagging policy under Marcos admin

 A RANKING National Security Council (NSC) official on Thursday maintained that there is no red-tagging policy under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

PH eyes defense tech transfer cooperation with Sweden

THE DEPARTMENT of National Defense (DND) is open to collaborating with Sweden on defense technology transfer and research and development, in line with the country's efforts in creating a self-reliant defense posture.