Philippines

Indian Navy warships complete Manila visit as part of operational deployment to South China Sea

Indian Navy ships INS Delhi, INS Shakti and INS Kiltan completed their visit to Manila, Philippines as part of the…

7 months ago

Philippines calls for expulsion of Beijing’s diplomats as South China Sea row worsens

The Philippines' national security adviser on Friday called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats over an alleged leaked telephonic conversation…

8 months ago

Philippines to hold military exercise with US amid escalating tensions with China

After reaffirming their bilateral ties at the unprecedented trilateral summit held at the White House on April 12, Philippines is…

8 months ago

India delivers BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Philippines

India delivered the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines on Friday, as part of the USD 375 million deal…

8 months ago

Philippines warns China of undermining regional peace in South China Sea, West Philippine Sea

Following the strong opposition from China over the recently held trilateral summit between Japan, US and the Philippines, Manila warned…

8 months ago

Protesters In Philippines Protest Against Chinese Aggression In South China Sea

Protesters in Manila trampled on an effigy of Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday as they condemned China’s “aggression” against…

9 months ago

EAM Jaishankar conveys PM Modi’s greetings as he calls on Philippine President Marcos

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Tuesday called on Philippine President Bongbong Marcos and conveyed the greetings of President Droupadi…

9 months ago

India comes out in support of Manila after Beijing’s action in South China Sea

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that India firmly supports the Philippines for upholding its national sovereignty after…

9 months ago

Philippines becomes India’s anchor in Indo-Pacific to ward off China

India and the Philippines have vowed to further develop defence equipment and industry ties spotlighting their shared objectives and approaches…

2 years ago

31 die as fire rips through ferry in Philippines

At least 31 people died in a massive fire that swept through an inter-island  ferry at night in the southern…

2 years ago

IAF fighter jets land at Thai naval base en route Japan

The Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent, on its way to Tokyo for the inaugural joint air exercise between India and…

2 years ago

Will Indonesia become second country after Philippines to buy India’s BrahMos missile?

Indonesia's continued interest in acquiring India's BrahMos supersonic cruise missile was visible once again as the country's top defence officials…

2 years ago

After Brahmos deal, India ready to train Philippines armed forces

India has offered to upgrade the Philippines' artillery and conduct military courses for its armed forces personnel on operational readiness…

2 years ago

Will delivery of Brahmos missiles help Philippines deter China in the Pacific?

Starting 2023, India will begin equipping the Philippines with the supersonic Brahmos cruise missiles making it the first foreign nation…

2 years ago

Taiwan tensions spur US and Philippines to cement military cooperation

<p> With Chinese extensive military deployment around Taiwan rattling the region, the Philippines is eager to strengthen defence cooperation with…

2 years ago

From Sri Lanka to the Philippines, Jataka Tales bridge India’s Buddhist soft power with Asia

<p> <strong>India continues to strengthen the Buddhist spiritual bond with several countries of the region through Jataka Tales which describe…

3 years ago

The Philippines Presidential Election: A consequential one for its domestic politics and foreign policy

<p> On Monday, May 9, Filipinos voted for their next President. A development that seems to be special this time…

3 years ago

11-year-old boy survives massive landslide by taking shelter in family fridge

<p> An 11-year-old boy miraculously survived a massive landslide in the Philippines by taking shelter in a refrigerator for a…

3 years ago

Son of late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos holds big lead in poll for President’s post

<p> The son and namesake of late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos has maintained a strong lead in the Philippines' presidential…

3 years ago

India and the Philippines kindle 360-degree partnership to safeguard the Indo-Pacific region

<p> <strong>Calling India a partner "in promoting peace and security in the region", as well as in "advocating the rule…

3 years ago

Grey-listed by the Financial Action Task Force, Philippines central bank wakes up to counter terror financing

<p> <strong>After being added on the Financial Action Task Force grey list, Philippine’s central bank – Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas…

3 years ago