The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is poised to become the most powerful maritime force in Southeast Asia, as announced by Admiral Gavin, the Commandant of the PCG. This ambitious transformation is fueled by a significant expansion of the fleet, with plans to add at least 46 new vessels over the next few years. This strategic…
In a recent address, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged Filipinos to unite in the fight against the “shackles of hunger, corruption, and criminality plus other societal ills.” He emphasized the importance of honoring the legacy of Andres Bonifacio, a key figure in the Philippine struggle for independence, as a source of inspiration for contemporary nation-building…
This Past Wednesday the Korean Embassy along with their Korean Ministry of Unification held a round table discussion to promote their new Unification Doctrine with the Philippines. The Doctrine was accepted very well with few questions. What is this doctrine you ask? The answer is below: Introduction On August 15, 1945, Korea was liberated from…
The Philippines is actively seeking to attract investments from Southeast Asia’s pension funds, which collectively hold approximately $1.3 trillion in assets. This initiative comes as the country assumes the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Social Security Association; a non-governmental organization focused on enhancing social security systems across the region.
In a startling incident that raises questions about maritime security and immigration protocols, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) discovered 13 illegal Chinese nationals aboard a dredger in the waters off Bataan. The situation escalated when a uniform resembling that of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) was also found on the vessel, prompting further investigations into…
In a recent Senate session focused on funding for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Senator Raffy Tulfo highlighted alarming reports of illegal dredging of black sands from Zambales going to China. Tulfo contended that Chinese entities are extracting valuable minerals from these sands, subsequently dumping excess material back into the West Philippine…
In a step towards bolstering military cooperation, the United States and the Philippines have reached an agreement on the General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSMIA). This landmark accord establishes a framework for sharing classified information, laying the groundwork for enhanced joint military operations between the two nations.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has recently altered his previously firm stance on signing a bank waiver to disclose his alleged P2.4 billion accounts, leaving lawmakers and political observers in a state of confusion. Initially, the former President expressed a willingness to prove his innocence regarding the investigation into his finances. However, he has since…
The Department of National Defense (DND) is currently awaiting a presidential proclamation that will designate part of the Subic Special Economic and Freeport Zone as a new Subic Bay naval base for the Philippine Navy’s upcoming fleet of frigates. This development was disclosed by Senator Ronald dela Rosa during a recent press briefing, emphasizing the…
In a significant development, the Philippine government has expressed its willingness to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) should it seek custody of former President Rodrigo Duterte for an investigation into the controversial anti-drug campaign that marked his administration from 2016 to 2020. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin confirmed that the government would not obstruct…
