THEPHDEFENSE THEPHDEFENSE https://www.thephdefense.com/video/philippine-navy-strengthening-maritime-defense-with-south-korea/ Since 2019, the Philippine Navy has significantly bolstered its naval capabilities through the acquisition of three formidable warships from South Korea. This strategic partnership has not only enhanced the country’s maritime defense but also fostered cooperation between the two nations. In 2019, the Philippine Navy welcomed two Jose Rizal-class frigates, namely the BRP Jose Rizal […] The post Philippine Navy Strengthening Maritime Defense With South Korea first appeare ..read more

THEPHDEFENSE THEPHDEFENSE https://www.thephdefense.com/video/6624/ Inilabas ng Philippine Coast Guard ang nakakabahalang  video na nagpapakita ng malawakang pagtitipon ng mga sasakyang pandagat ng China sa “Whitsun Reef”. Ang Whitsun Reef ay matatagpuan sa loob ng Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone, at sakop at nasa pamamahala ng Pilipinas. Ito ay itinuturing na isang low-tide elevation, at hindi isang isla ayon sa mga […] The post China, Nagpadala ng ‘Fishing Armada’ sa Whitsun Reef first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

THEPHDEFENSE THEPHDEFENSE https://www.thephdefense.com/video/challenging-waters-uss-giffords-bold-move-in-the-south-china-sea-sparks-controversy/ On December 4th, a United States naval ship made headlines by conducting the first-ever freedom of navigation operation near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. This move, however, was quickly met with condemnation from China, labeling it as ‘illegal.’ The USS Giffords littoral combat ship boldly trespassed into the waters adjacent […] The post Challenging Waters: USS Giffords’ Bold Move in the South China Sea Sparks Controversy ..read more

THEPHDEFENSE THEPHDEFENSE https://www.thephdefense.com/video/philippines-bashi-channel-barrier-to-taiwan-invasion/ The Philippines Bashi Channel has become a significant concern for China as the recent establishment of US bases in the Philippines has left them vulnerable to attack due to the lack of strategic space. Major Chinese cities are now within 600 miles of a potential attack, greatly reducing China’s control over the South China Sea. […] The post Philippines Bashi Channel : Barrier to Taiwan Invasion first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

The PCG and the PN, along with other agencies, units, and organizations, will continue their search and rescue operations until the four missing passengers of M/Y Dream Keeper are found. The post Dive Yacht Sinks in Tubbataha, Palawan: Four Missing Passengers first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

In a recent incident, a Chinese coastguard ship cut off a Philippine patrol vessel, almost causing a collision. The US State Department has called for China to stop its "provocative and unsafe conduct" in the contested waters. The post US Urges China to Stop “Provocative and Unsafe Conduct” in West Philippines Sea first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

The training started with a joint amphibious landing and was followed by coastal defense training. The unit worked with the Philippine Marine Corps and other Armed Forces Philippines for eight days in the Western Pacific. The Philippine Marine Corps coastal defense regiment provided command and control, and the US third Marine regiment combat operations center […] The post Combined Philippines – US Coastal Defense With Maritime Surveillance, HIMARS and Patriot System Deployment first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

The Philippine Marine Corps, Marine Special Operations Group ( also known as the Force Reconnaissance Group) is an elite military force that is highly skilled in unconventional warfare and special operations. They are a proud group of men and women who are dedicated to serving their country and protecting its citizens. In March 2022, the […] The post Elite Unit of the Philippine Marine Corps Execute Static and Freefall Jump From C-130 first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

During Balikatan 22, soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment, Marines from 3d Marine Logistics Group, and Sailors from the USS Ashland (LPD 48) conducted an unprecedented amphibious insert of a Patriot missile system in the Philippines. The training exercise was held in Aparri, Philippines on March 28, 2022 and focused on […] The post Patriot Missile Air Defense System Deployment in Aparri, Cagayan first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more

It was used during the Marawi siege and various combat missions of the PAF. It is capable of performing close air support, battlefield air interdiction, aerial reconnaissance, persuasion flight, armed escort, maritime patrol, air cover, flare drop, The post Tragic Philippine Air Force Training Accident Claims Lives of Two Pilots first appeared on THEPHDEFENSE ..read more