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- Philippines and US Conduct Massive Counter-Landing Drills with Allied Forces in Strategic South China Sea Maneuvers
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Asia
Philippine and US forces, joined by Australia and New Zealand, executed large-scale coastal defense exercises on Palawan island to repel simulated maritime assaults. The 2026 "Bali...
- United States and Philippines Launch Record-Scale War Games Amid Heightened Global Geopolitical Tensions
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Asia
The annual Balikatan military exercises commenced in Manila with over 17,000 personnel, marking the first time Japan has joined as a full participant. These high-stakes maneuvers,...
- Japan to Deploy Missile Units on Yonaguni Island as Taiwan Tensions Rise
Published: Feb 24, 2026
Section: Asia
Japan has announced the deployment of missile defense units on Yonaguni Island, situated just 110 kilometers from Taiwan. The Ministry of Defense stated the move is necessary to st...