Teodoro to Malaysia: ‘Let us be ambitious together’
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. urges closer military cooperation between the Philippines and Malaysia, emphasizing intelligence sharing, disaster…
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Philippines, UK open talks on visiting forces deal
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DND: Philippines won't stop enforcing laws vs illegal activities by Chinese nationals
The DND vows to continue enforcing Philippine laws against illegal activities involving Chinese nationals as the government reveals it filed 27 diplomatic…
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Philippines, Japan strengthen defense ties amid regional security concerns
Philippines and Japan deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with expanded defense cooperation, new logistics and access agreements, and talks on…
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DND welcomes EU maritime security aid for Philippines
The Philippines’ Department of National Defense welcomes the EU’s first Indo-Pacific maritime security assistance under the European Peace Facility, boosting…
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DND Sec. Teodoro orders expansion of AFP Direct Commission Program
DND Secretary Gilberto Teodoro has ordered the expansion of the AFP Direct Commission Program to recruit top ROTC graduates, skilled enlisted personnel, and…
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DND: China's latest Ayungin actions erode trust
China’s latest actions at Ayungin Shoal, including alleged violence and harassment of Philippine Navy personnel at BRP Sierra Madre, are eroding trust and…
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DND marks arbitral ruling anniversary, vows to defend West Philippine Sea
Marking the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Arbitral Award, the Philippine Department of National Defense vows to defend the West Philippine Sea, strengthen the…
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Teodoro questions China's 'common fishing area' proposal
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. rejects China’s proposed ‘common fishing area’ in the West Philippine Sea, insisting the 2016 arbitral ruling…
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DND reaffirms support for veterans' healthcare through VALOR Program
The Department of National Defense, led by Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr., reaffirms its commitment to Filipino veterans’ healthcare through the VALOR…
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ASEAN defense officials meet to prepare for ADMM-Plus
ASEAN defense officials, led by the Philippines, convene the ADSOM-Plus Working Group to prepare for the ADMM-Plus in October, focusing on practical defense…
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Sec. Teodoro blasts China’s rejection of arbitral ruling
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. slams China’s rejection of the 2016 Hague arbitral ruling on the West Philippine Sea, calling the Chinese Embassy’s…
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DND, OCD coordinate rapid response after earthquake hits Mindanao
Stay updated on the magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck near General Santos City in Mindanao, as the Department of National Defense and Office of Civil…
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DND rejects China’s claims over Pag-asa, Lawak islands
The Philippine Department of National Defense firmly rejects China’s claims over Pag-asa and Lawak islands, asserting these West Philippine Sea territories as…
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Philippines, Japan reaffirm stronger defense cooperation
Philippines and Japan reaffirm stronger defense cooperation in Makati City, advancing the Reciprocal Access Agreement, new equipment and technology deals, and…
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Teodoro urges Europe-Asia unity to uphold rules-based order
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro calls for Europe-Asia convergence to defend international law and counter China’s actions in disputed waters.
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