BANGKOK/MANILA — Four Chinese accused by the Philippines of espionage led Chinese Communist Party-affiliated groups that made donations of cash to a Philippine city and vehicles to two police forces, according to photos, videos and online posts seen by Reuters. They were among five Chinese men detained by Philippine investigators in late January for allegedly … Read more
Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani delivers a statement in front of the Japanese-built air surveillance radar, at the Naval Station Ernesto Ogbinar, previously known as Wallace Air Station, in San Fernando City, La Union, February 23, 2025. REUTERS/ Eloisa Lopez Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani over the weekend visited two Philippine bases, ahead of his … Read more
Michael Punongbayan – The Philippine Star February 23, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — In a demonstration of their growing commitment to regional security, the Philippines and France conducted joint naval and air operations in the West Philippine Sea on Friday to further strengthen defense cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific. The Maritime … Read more
Filipino and French forces held a Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea on February 21, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said Saturday. In a statement, the AFP said this is the third consecutive week of joint maritime activities in the WPS and occurred within the joint operational area of the Northern … Read more
‘Nothing personal’: Tarriela says he’s ‘friends already’ with Marcoleta after heated West PH Sea exchange ABS-CBN.COM Commo. Tarriela, Rep. Marcoleta nagkasagutan sa isyu sa West PH Sea ABS-CBN.COM PCG spox Tarriela, sinabing magkaibigan na sila ni Rep. Marcoleta matapos ang bangayan sa WPS Bombo Radyo News Philippine Star – Itinanggi ni Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela … Read more
Confronted by Marcoleta, Tarriela retorts: ‘Why would I defend you when you’re calling me g*go?’ ABS-CBN.COM Commo. Tarriela, Rep. Marcoleta nagkasagutan sa isyu sa West PH Sea ABS-CBN.COM Philippine Star – Itinanggi ni Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela na tinawag nitong traydor si Sagip partylist Representative Rodante Marcoleta matapos nilang magkainitan nang ungkatin ang mga … Read more
Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Cabra was able to push back a China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel farther away from the coastline of Zambales on Saturday, the PCG said. “As of now, the CCG-5303 has been successfully pushed back to approximately 95 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales,” PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine … Read more
BEIJING – US-Philippine military exercises are longstanding, “purely defensive” and intended to maintain force readiness and preserve regional security, a US State Department spokesperson said on Saturday. The spokesperson was responding in an email to a request for comment after China’s defense ministry urged Manila on Friday to withdraw US Typhon intermediate-range missiles. The Typhon … Read more
The BRP Teresa Magbanua successfully pushed the Chinese Coast Guard ship farther from the Zambales coastline, according to the Philippine Coast Guard. In a statement on Saturday, PCG spokesperson for the West Philippines Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela reported that the BRP Teresa Magbanua was able to push the CCG-3304 farther away from the coastline. The … Read more
Pro Tip: Investing in Maritime Security Nations seeking to protect their maritime interests must prioritize investments in maritime security.This includes modernizing coast guard fleets, enhancing surveillance capabilities, adn investing in training and capacity building. Proactive measures can help deter potential threats and ensure a peaceful and stable maritime surroundings. Did You Know? The South China … Read more