The Philippines and United States launched annual military exercises in Manila on Monday but the longtime allies scaled them down in line with President Rodrigo Dutertes pivot to China and Russia.

In November, the Armed Forces of the Philippines commenced its largest annual unilateral training exercise, Dagat, to bolster national defense capabilities. This year’s exercise is the first to occur ...

The United States and the Philippines are forming a new military task force, to be led by a general or admiral, aimed at deterring aggression in the South China Sea. The task force was announced ...

The Philippines, Japan and the U.S. deployed vessels and aircraft during a joint exercise in the South China Sea, the Philippine military said. “These continuous engagements underscore the sustained ...

MANILA, Philippines -- Australia on Friday launched its largest military exercises with Philippine forces, involving more than 3,600 military personnel in live-fire drills, battle maneuvers and a ...

Domestic challenges threaten to derail the military’s efforts to upgrade its capabilities and reorient itself toward new strategic priorities. Philippine Marines with Marine Battalion Landing Team 7 ...

In a statement, Eduardo Año said that a mere visit to the country does not substantiate allegations of terrorist training.