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Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines)

Tracked across 12 events · 317 articles · First seen Nov 09, 2025 · Last active Aug 24, 2026

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Domestic
Impact: The Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines)>>> announced the transition of the Nanisivik Naval Facility out of operations, citing its operational issues and the capabilities of new vessels. It spent over $110 million on the facility and would have needed another $200 million for full operation.
May 21, 2026 · 6 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: The Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines) will evaluate Gastops' FluidSIGHT technology in realistic operating environments to assess its potential to address future defense capability needs, informing future capability decisions for military land vehicles.
May 28, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Impact: The Philippine defense department defended oversight of foreign exchange programs, triggering China's criticism. Its actions are part of the broader diplomatic dispute, with limited direct market impact.
Aug 04, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
China's immigration authorities took action against over 100 Philippine nationals for allegedly working or living illegally in China, prompting Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro to accuse China of 'extortion and blackmail' and interference in Philippine…
Impact: Led by Teodoro, it issued the condemnation and defended Philippine operations.
Aug 13, 2026 · 6 articles
4 15
International
The Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA) between the Philippines and Japan entered into force on August 22, 2026. Signed in Manila on January 15, 2026, the agreement establishes a legal framework for the reciprocal provision…
Impact: The DND is the implementing agency, welcoming the agreement and highlighting its strategic importance. It oversees the operationalization of the ACSA.
Aug 22, 2026 · 6 articles
4 60
International
Impact: The Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines) formalized cooperation to support the production of Ukrainian unmanned aerial systems in Canada, aligning with Canada's security interests.
May 29, 2026 · 6 articles
4 10
Regulatory
Impact: Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines) spent $83.7 million on AI technology, including a deal with Ecopia Incorporated for mapping software, demonstrating its adoption of AI for operational purposes.
May 13, 2026 · 7 articles
4 0
Accidents
Impact: The Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro urged residents to heed evacuation orders and redirected troops for humanitarian assistance.
Nov 09, 2025 · 7 articles
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International
Impact: The Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines) did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the HMCS Charlottetown's transit.
May 29, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Impact: Philippines defense department slammed the test.
Apr 20, 2026 · 166 articles
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International
A Canadian woman of Chinese origin working as an intern at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Mons, Belgium, was arrested on July 24, 2026, on suspicion of spying for a third country…
Impact: The Department of National Defence did not respond to a request for comment; its role is minimal in this event.
Jul 25, 2026 · 68 articles
4 0
Domestic
May 05, 2026 · 26 articles
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China Philippines — Department of National Defense (Philippines)
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