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AFP checking report Filipino citizen killed in Ukraine fighting

Manila, Jan. 27 -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday said it is validating intelligence reports that a Filipino citizen, allegedly fighting for the Russian side, was killed during t... Read More


AFP keeps watch on Malampaya via space sensors

Manila, Jan. 27 -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is using all means, including space-based sensors, to secure the Malampaya oil and gas field in Palawan against intruders, a ranking Philip... Read More


'Gatling Guns' boost Black Hawk choppers' self-defense capabilities

Manila, Jan. 26 -- With the arrival of the versatile and powerful M-134D-H "Gatling Guns" in its inventory, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) gets to boost the "self-defense and mission support capabilit... Read More


PH's newest offshore patrol vessel capable of rescue work at sea

Manila, Jan. 26 -- The Philippine Navy (PN)'s brand-new offshore patrol vessel, the future Rajah Sulayman (PS-20), and its five sister ships, which will be delivered within the next two to three years... Read More


Think-tank rejects Chinese 'provoker' tag vs. PH

Manila, Jan. 26 -- A ranking official of think-tank Stratbase Institute flatly rejected claims made by the Chinese Embassy in Manila claiming that the Philippines is acting as the "provoker" in the We... Read More


Army chief condemns ambush of 4 soldiers in Lanao Norte

Manila, Jan. 23 -- Philippine Army (PA) commander Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete condemned the "heinous and cowardly" ambush by Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute Group (DI-MG) terrorists that killed four government ... Read More


Army developing more potent drone capabilities

Manila, Jan. 23 -- The Philippine Army (PA) will be developing more potent drone capabilities to help in its mission to secure the country, its spokesperson said on Friday. "Part of our future plan i... Read More


AFP reiterates commitment to fighting extremism at all fronts

Manila, Jan. 23 -- With the conviction of the Tacloban court of two militant activists for terrorism financing, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday reiterated its commitment to protect... Read More


PH eyes peacekeeping, defense collaboration with Germany

Manila, Jan. 23 -- The Philippines is exploring possible peacekeeping and defense industry cooperation with Germany as part of efforts to expand its security ties with friendly nations, the Department... Read More


Navy boosts reach with new ships as Army modernizes tactics

Manila, Jan. 22 -- The country's new fleet of modern naval ships is expected to enhance the Philippine Navy's (PN) reach and patrol to protect the country's vast maritime domain, its spokesperson said... Read More