UNDER President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration, the Armed Forces of the Philippines has expressed interest in acquiring advanced weapons systems, such as the US-made Typhon mid-range missile system.
In addition, the proposed 2025 national budget has been criticized for alleged irregularities and has been labeled by many as the 'most corrupt' in the country's history due to alleged pork barrel funds, which suggest that discretionary funds may be channeled to political allies rather than for development, eroding public trust.
Philippines Armed Forces Typhon Missile System South China Sea Geopolitics Military Spending Domestic Challenges
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
China says Philippines has ‘provoked trouble’ in South China Sea with US backing'The Philippine side, with US support and solicitation, has been stirring up trouble in many spots in the South China Sea,' Wu Qian, a spokesperson for China's defense ministry, says on WeChat
Read more »
China: Philippines 'provoked trouble' in South China Sea with US backingLatest Philippine news from GMA News and 24 Oras. News, weather updates and livestreaming on Philippine politics, regions, showbiz, lifestyle, science and tech.
Read more »
Philippines Claims No Surrender in South China Sea DisputeThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson, Commodore Jay Tarila, insisted that the Philippines has not given up control of a disputed South China Sea reef, following the removal of a ship stationed there after a standoff with China. PCG reported sightings of three Chinese vessels in the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), including waters near the surfing destination of Siargao.
Read more »
China Submits Map of Bajo de Masinloc to UN, Philippines ObjectsChina has recently submitted to the UN a statement on its territorial sea baselines which includes Bajo de Masinloc, a reef well within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone. The Philippines strongly opposes these claims, citing historical sovereignty and legal rights under international maritime law.
Read more »
Philippines President Claims No Involvement in VP Impeachment Bid; China Criticizes Philippine ShipsPresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. denies involvement in the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. China also takes action against Philippine ships near a disputed reef in the South China Sea, accusing them of illegal activity.
Read more »
Philippines Accuses China of Provocative Actions at Bajo de MasinlocThe Philippines has accused China of sending naval ships to shadow Philippine vessels near Bajo de Masinloc, alleging it is the first time the PLA Navy has been seen in aggressive movements. The Philippine Coast Guard maintains that the Philippines has not been the aggressive party.
Read more »