Tag: National Security
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Expert Advocates ‘Derisking’ to Curb China’s Influence on Philippine Infrastructure
In a recent forum held in Quezon City, political analyst Richard Heydarian emphasized the importance of implementing a ‘derisking’ strategy to safeguard the Philippines’ critical infrastructure from excessive Chinese control. Heydarian explained that while completely severing ties with China, or ‘decoupling’, is impractical due to the country’s significant role and proximity, a more nuanced approach…
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Bureau of Immigration Set to Prosecute Protectors of Alleged Foreign Spies
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a stern warning to those harboring foreign spies within the Philippines, announcing plans to prosecute them under Philippine law. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado emphasized their collaboration with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to gather intelligence on the suspected spies, who…
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Bureau of Immigration to Prosecute Protectors of Alleged Foreign Spies
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a stern warning to those aiding foreign spies within the Philippines, announcing plans to prosecute them under Philippine law. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado emphasized their collaboration with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to gather intelligence on the suspected spies, who…
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President Marcos Jr. Expresses Concern Over Alleged Chinese Espionage in the Philippines
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed deep concern on Friday regarding the alleged espionage activities conducted by five Chinese nationals within the Philippines. Speaking to reporters in Pasay City, Marcos highlighted the arrests made in response to these activities, emphasizing the government’s worry over such operations targeting the nation’s military. Marcos noted that while there…
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President Marcos Jr. Expresses Deep Concern Over Alleged Chinese Espionage in the Philippines
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed significant concern on Friday regarding the alleged espionage activities conducted by five Chinese nationals within the Philippines. Speaking to reporters in Pasay City, Marcos highlighted the gravity of the situation, stating, ‘That’s why we arrested them. Of course, we are very disturbed by anyone conducting such espionage operations against…
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Philippines Demonstrates Strong National Security Stance with Arrest of Alleged Chinese Spies
In a bold move to safeguard national security, the Philippines has arrested five Chinese nationals suspected of espionage. The arrests, which took place across various locations including Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila, and Dumaguete City, were showcased by the National Bureau of Investigation and the Armed Forces of the Philippines in Pasay City on January…
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Senate Bill Proposes to Strip NGCP of System Operations to Boost National Security
In a move to enhance national security, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian introduced Senate Bill No. 2943 on January 22, 2025, aiming to remove the system operation function from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). This legislative action seeks to amend Republic Act 9511, which originally granted NGCP the authority to operate, manage, and maintain…
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Five Chinese Nationals Arrested in Philippines for Alleged Espionage Activities
In a significant crackdown on espionage, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) have apprehended five Chinese nationals suspected of conducting intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations across the country. The arrests, which took place between January 24 and 25, were announced during a press conference on January…
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Armed Forces of the Philippines Stands Firm on Chinese National’s Espionage Charges
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has firmly upheld its stance that a Chinese national, along with two Filipino accomplices, was involved in unauthorized foreign intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance activities. This assertion was made despite the family of the Chinese individual claiming his innocence against the espionage charges. In a recent ambush interview, AFP…
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Armed Forces of the Philippines Stands Firm on Chinese National’s Involvement in Espionage
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has firmly stated that a Chinese national, along with two Filipino accomplices, was involved in unauthorized foreign intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance activities. This assertion was made despite the family of the Chinese national claiming his innocence in the espionage allegations. In a recent ambush interview, AFP spokesperson Col.…
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