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Philippines Defense Secretary wants more troops in islands near Taiwan

MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to bolster its military presence on islands adjacent to Taiwan, aiming to enhance its territorial defense capabilities, as announced by Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro. During his visit to naval facilities on the remote Batanes islands, less than 125 miles from Taiwan, Teodoro instructed the military to increase troop deployments and called for the development o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

PH army’s new cyber defense group questioned over potential use for attacks

In 2018, several websites of progressive organizations and media outfits became victims of relentless DDoS attacks.  A probe by Sweden-based Qurium Media Foundation revealed that the attacks came from the Philippine Army, including activities linked to the Chief of Staff for Intelligence of the Philippine Army. The post PH army’s new cyber defense group questioned over potential use for attacks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

US, China defense chiefs hold first call since 2022

Pentagon - U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Chinese counterpart on Tuesday, the first dialogue between the two countries' defense chiefs in nearly 17 months.The Pentagon said Austin and Chinese Admiral Dong Jun discussed "defense relations" and global security issues from Russia's unprovoked war in Ukraine to recent provocations from North Korea. A press release said Austin stressed the importa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Philippines, US discuss EDCA site logistics

Defense officials of the Philippines and the United States met to discuss the logistics capabilities in Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement sites, the Department of National Defense said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Philippines defense strategy operationalized

The Philippines is setting into motion a defense strategy focused on securing and protecting the country’s territorial waters, including marine resources, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Philippines mulls defense asset acquisition from Sweden

The Philippines, through the Department of National Defense , is exploring the possibility of acquiring defense assets from Sweden......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

EDCA with Canada, defense pact with UK – DND

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. confirmed on Tuesday that a memorandum of agreement or understanding with Canada on enhanced defense cooperation is in the works and may be signed soon......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Defense, disaster reduction efforts highlight OCD s Canadian partnership

The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and the Embassy of Canada officials held a dialogue on areas of cooperation, focusing on the former’s priority programs in civil defense and disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM)......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Swedens Defense Ministry Causes Panic with Dire War Warning – The Daily Guardian

Title: “Swedish Defense Officials Warn of Impending Conflict as NATO Membership Looms” In a shocking revelation, Swedish defense officials have issued a warning regarding the.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Cebu City police probe habal-habal driver’s possible involvement in crimes

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City police are looking into the possible involvement of a habal-habal driver, who was caught with an unregistered firearm during a checkpoint on Monday, April 1, in previous crimes, including the illegal drug trade. Police Major Henry Savior Orbiso, chief of Parian Police Station, told CDN Digital that they will.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

China warns PH to “tread carefully” on Taiwan issue

MANILA, Philippines— China issued a subtle warning to the Philippines concerning Taiwan, advising Filipino officials to “tread carefully” on the matter of the “red line.” China made the remark following an order by Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. to raise military presence in Batanes, the Philippines’ northernmost province that is very near Taiwan. “I.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, March 14.  Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP The provincial government of Bohol wants to find out how the controversial resort located within the famous Chocolate Hills.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders

Human rights group Karapatan, said there are at least 91 individuals who have been charged with violations of the ATA and Republic Act No. 10168 or the law on the prevention and suppression of terrorist financing. There are also at least 27 political prisoners charged under both laws. The post Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Bomb scare in Mandaue similar to Metro Manila; police tells public not to panic

Bomb scare in Mandaue similar to Metro Manila; police tells public not to panic.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

‘Prevent acts of Genocide in Gaza,’ int’l court tells Israel

“This is a landmark ruling, though short of an actual ceasefire order, that places the burden on Israel and the entire world, to ensure that genocide is not committed." The post ‘Prevent acts of Genocide in Gaza,’ int’l court tells Israel appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Taiwan s Navy Chief to Visit US Next Week, Sources Say

Taiwan's navy chief, Tang Hua, will visit the United States next week to attend a military ceremony and discuss how to boost bilateral naval cooperation as China raises threats toward the island, six people briefed on the trip said.While Taiwan and the United States have a close relationship, it is unofficial, as Washington formally recognizes China, not the democratically governed island that Beijing claims as.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

DND chief to speak at MOPC

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. will be the guest of honor and speaker at the “MOPC Defense Night“ organized by the Manila Overseas Press Club, Asia’s first and oldest press club on Jan. 23, 6:30 p.m. at the Fairmont Makati Hotel Ballroom in Makati City......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

China tells Philippines not to play with fire

Manila has stirred Beijing's anger with its remarks on the election in TaiwanThe Chinese Foreign Ministry has rebuked Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. after he congratulated Taiwan on the election of Lai Ching-te as the new leader of the self-governed island, saying his comments "gravely violate the One-China principle."In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Marcos said he.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

China tells Philippines not to play with fire

Manila has stirred Beijing's anger with its remarks on the election in TaiwanThe Chinese Foreign Ministry has rebuked Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. after he congratulated Taiwan on the election of Lai Ching-te as the new leader of the self-governed island, saying his comments "gravely violate the One-China principle."In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Marcos said he.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Philippines, Sweden discuss South China Sea, defense cooperation

Swedish State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Jan Knutsson also discussed climate change, the war in Ukraine and cross-strait tensions with Defense Undersecretary Irineo Espino. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024