Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com In a bold move that has raised regional tensions, China conducted a high-profile combat patrol near the contested Scarborough Shoal on August 7, aiming to test its “strike capabilities” in the area. The strategic maneuver took place against the backdrop of increasing military collaborations…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com On August 2nd, the armed forces of the Philippines announced that they had carried out their first-ever joint military exercises with Japan in the South China Sea. The drills took place within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, marking a significant step in the growing…
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Edinburgh has uncovered a shocking reality: an estimated 300 million children worldwide are victims of sexual abuse and exploitation each year. This alarming statistic underscores a global crisis that demands immediate and concerted action to protect our most vulnerable population. The findings underscore the urgent…