All you need to know about the latest updates in diplomacy, security and geopolitics in the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific.
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NEWS DIGEST | July 25, 2024
July 25, 2024 | NEWS DIGEST By Victor Reyes | Date 07-25-2024 Philippines working on defense deals with three countries The Philippines has started negotiations to expand its defense cooperation with three countries after signing a Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) with Japan early this month, a top defense official said. Defense Secretary Gilberto… Continue reading NEWS DIGEST | July 25, 2024
NEWS DIGEST | July 12, 2024
July 12, 2024 | NEWS DIGEST By API Desk | Date 07-12-2024 Military demands payment for damaged boats, seized weapons The Philippines has demanded from China payment for two damaged rigid-hulled inflatable boats and the return of seized weapons during an incident in Ayungin Shoal last month. General Romeo Brawner Jr said China… Continue reading NEWS DIGEST | July 12, 2024
Brawner lays down rules of engagement in the West Philippine Sea
Brawner said there was little resistance and the soldiers exercised too much restraint by not using the guns during the incident.
Post-debate fall-out continues to fuel speculation, in & out of America
The first presidential debate proved such a debacle for Pres. Joe Biden that it’s opened questions about whether a perturbed, restive Democratic Party might find someone else to battle Donald Trump in November.
Biggest World Threats in 2024
The powers of governments today are diminishing. Those unaccountable wealthy individuals and companies who run today’s sources of information have grown relatively more powerful.
Discord in the Marcos security team?
The open letter could be driving a wedge among the Marcos administration’s senior security officials.
PH agrees to host Japanese troops for exercises, combat training
The negotiations for the status of the forces agreement took only eight months, although the Japanese were already exploring the possibility of holding drills with the Philippines as early as 2012.
SOUTHEAST ASIA ROUNDUP | July 3, 2024
All you need to know about the latest updates in diplomacy, security and geopolitics in the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific.
NEWS DIGEST | July 3, 2024
July 3, 2024 | NEWS DIGEST By API Desk | Date 07-03-2024 US condemns China’s dangerous actions in Ayungin Shoal Top Biden administration officials condemned China’s latest harassment of Philippine Navy vessels in the West Philippine Sea, expressing “ironclad” support to its oldest ally in the region. In separate telephone calls, US State… Continue reading NEWS DIGEST | July 3, 2024