AFP honors outgoing Navy chief Ezpeleta
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) commends outgoing Navy chief Vice Adm. Jose Ma. Ambrosio Q. Ezpeleta for his pivotal role in advancing military…
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AFP Chief General Romeo Brawner Jr.
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AFP’s role as stabilizer affirmed at 2026 call
AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. emphasizes unity, professionalism, and modernization in the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Traditional New…
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IN CASE OF WAR: AFP told to hold line for 30 days
China ranks third globally in the 2025 Global Firepower Index with a score of 0.0706, placing it just behind the United States and Russia.
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Brawner: New Task Force Philippines an expansion of TF Ayungin
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. said the new US-Philippine Task Force expands Task Force Ayungin’s role in the West Philippine Sea and strengthens defense…
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Brawner: U.S. Typhon missile in Philippines can reach China
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. and Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. clarify that the US-deployed Typhon missile system in the Philippines is for…
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‘Red line’ is death of Filipino in WPS — Brawner
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. warns that the death of any Filipino in the West Philippine Sea, particularly near Ayungin Shoal, would cross a “red line”…
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Brawner: High-level security conference mulled after BdM incident
AFP chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. confirmed a high-level conference with the Philippine Coast Guard to explore strategic responses to China’s recent…
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AFP ready to evacuate Filipinos in Middle East amid rising tensions
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday said it is ready to evacuate Filipinos from conflict zones in the Middle East, with contingency plans and…
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AFP chief welcomes Japan’s ratification of Reciprocal Access Agreement
AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. welcomes Japan’s ratification of the Reciprocal Access Agreement, calling it a key step in enhancing bilateral…
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Teodoro, Brawner slam ‘Chinese agents posing as journalists’
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and AFP Chief Romeo Brawner Jr. denounce a misleading video by alleged Chinese intelligence agents posing as journalists…
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Coup? Not on my watch, says AFP chief
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. quells coup rumors, pledges firm loyalty to the Constitution and vows no military uprising will occur under his leadership.
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Military official accused of sexual harassment — AFP
A senior AFP official accused of rape and attempted rape is under house arrest as the military pursues court martial proceedings and internal investigation.…
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Balikatan 2025 ends with improved joint maritime, cyber, and defense ops
The Philippines and United States wrapped up the 40th Exercise Balikatan with strengthened sea-control and sea-denial operations, showcasing joint capabilities…
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Phl's newly acquired guided missile corvette arrives in Subic
The country’s newly acquired guided missile corvette for the Philippine Navy arrived Tuesday at the Naval Operating Base in Subic, Zambales.
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AFP eyes more missiles, warships, and jets to boost defense capabilities
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. confirms plans to acquire more missile systems, warships, and fighter jets, while strengthening ties with India to boost the…
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Bersamin on possible Taiwan ‘invasion’: No alarm, Phl preparing for eventuality
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin assures the public that the Philippines is prepared for potential tensions in Taiwan, emphasizing readiness for evacuation…
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Palace eases concerns of possible 'Taiwan invasion’: Phl ready
Malacañang downplays fears of Taiwan conflict, assuring public that the Philippines is prepared for any contingency involving the safety of Filipinos in the…
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