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Nat'l security exec says PH ramping up defense spending
The Philippines has been boosting its defense expenditures to enable its military to foster stronger cooperation with allies, ...
Philippines eyes stricter anti-spy laws as fears of foreign espionage grow
The Philippines’ Espionage Act, enacted in June 1941, punishes spying and other offences against national security. But the ...
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NSC, Italian envoy discuss maritime security, economic ties
The National Security Council of the Philippines (NSC) recently met with Italian Ambassador Davide Giglio to discuss maritime ...
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Trump administration promises ‘ironclad’ support for Philippines’ security
“It is an escalation and provocative,” Philippines National Security Council spokesperson Jonathan Malaya said at the time, adding that the presence of the vessel was “illegal” and ...
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Espionage law updates pushed amid security threats
The National Security Council (NSC) called on Congress to expedite the passage of amendments to the Espionage Act and other ...
What the Philippines’ bid for a UN Security Council seat means for China
Manila would be able to raise South China Sea-related issues that could 'embarrass' Beijing and nudge it into a compromise, ...
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NSC urges Congress to pass stricter measures vs foreign espionage
THE PHILIPPINES’ National Security Council (NSC) on Tuesday urged lawmakers to pass stricter measures against foreign espionage after authorities nabbed suspected spies last week. Senators and ...
Philippines accuses China of intimidating its fishermen, maintaining "illegal presence" in disputed reefs
The Philippines accused China on Tuesday of intimidating its fishermen and maintaining an illegal presence in disputed reefs ...
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DA to declare ‘food security emergency’ to address high rice prices
The National Price Coordinating Council has approved a resolution urging the DA to declare a “food security emergency for ...