Philippines maritime security

Long organized around domestic operations, the Philippines intelligence apparatus needs to retool itself for a new era of superpower competition.

Manila's acquisition of a submarine fleet should be guided by nothing less than the need to deter or win future wars.

The long-expected acquisition marks the latest evolution of Southeast Asia's naval arms competition.

The acquisition would equip the Armed Forces of the Philippines with a potent deterrent against Chinese adventurism in the South China Sea.

The nation's policymakers recognize the convergences between the new trilateral partnership and their own security needs.

The creation of an all-female unit of radio operators looks good for the Philippine Coast Guard, but does little to address the security challenges in the South China Sea.

A November incident holds important lessons about the militant group’s changing operations, as well as how to counter them.

Despite COVID-19 and a number of security initiatives, piracy, kidnapping, and terrorist movements continue in the Sulu Sea.

Looking at the possible impact of the departure of Admiral Joel Garcia on Philippine maritime security.

The biggest problem starts with the Philippine government itself.

Earlier this week, Manila officially commissioned another key vessel into the PCG’s fleet.