Tag: National Defense
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Philippine Army Seeks More Reservists in Negros Oriental to Bolster National Defense
In a bid to strengthen its response capabilities during national emergencies and security threats, the Philippine Army is urging more residents of Negros Oriental to join its Ready Reserve Battalion (RRB). The call to action comes from Col. William Pesase, the head of the 703rd Community Defense Center, who emphasized the critical role reservists play…
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Tolentino Proposes New West Philippine Sea Command to Bolster Maritime Security
Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino has urged the creation of a specialized West Philippine Sea Command, aiming to fortify maritime security and national defense. During his speech at the Kapihan sa Senado forum, Tolentino announced his intention to send a formal letter to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., detailing the strategic and operational advantages of…
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Philippine Air Force Revives C-130 Hercules After Extensive Maintenance
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) proudly declared the return of a Lockheed C-130 Hercules to active duty on February 12, 2025, following a rigorous four-month maintenance overhaul. The aircraft, with the tail number 5040, was officially handed back into service during a ceremony at Clark Air Base in Mabalacat City, Pampanga on February 5, 2025.…
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Philippine and US Air Forces Unveil New EDCA Fuel Storage Facility in Cebu
In a significant step forward for military cooperation, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the US Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) have officially opened a state-of-the-art fuel storage facility at the Brig. Gen. Benito N. Ebuen Air Base in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. The ceremony took place on January 30, 2025, marking a milestone in the Enhanced…
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Government Bolsters Infrastructure in West Philippine Sea with PHP3.03 Billion
In a significant move to safeguard the nation’s expansive territories, the Philippine government has allocated PHP3.03 billion to enhance infrastructure within the West Philippine Sea (WPS). This financial commitment was highlighted by Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, the Philippine Navy’s spokesperson for the WPS, who emphasized that the funds are a clear demonstration of the…
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Philippine Air Force Commander Inspects Strategic Sites in West Philippine Sea
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) announced that its commander, Lt. Gen. Arthur Cordura, conducted a significant tour of key military installations in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) this week. The visit, which spanned from Tuesday to Wednesday, included stops at the Antonio Bautista Air Base (ABAB) in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, and Pag-asa Island, highlighting the…
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Philippine Coast Guard Monitors ‘Monster Ship’ Off Zambales Coast
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has reported that the China Coast Guard vessel 5901, known as the ‘monster ship’ due to its massive size, continues to linger off the coast of Zambales. Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, stated that the BRP Gabriela Silang is closely watching the movements of…
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Philippines Aims for Security and Resilience by 2025, Says Defense Secretary
MANILA – In his New Year’s message, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed optimism about the future of the Philippines, envisioning it as a secure and climate-resilient nation by 2025. He described the country as an archipelagic state ready to play a significant role on the global stage and serve as a stable foundation for…
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Philippines Aims for Security and Resilience in 2025, Says Defense Secretary
MANILA – In his New Year’s message, Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed optimism about the future, envisioning the Philippines as a secure and climate-resilient nation by 2025. He described the country as an archipelagic state ready to play a significant role on the global stage and serve as a stable foundation…
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