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EDCA

The Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) is a US-Philippines defense partnership that allows for the use of designated military sites to enhance security cooperation and disaster response efforts. EDCA sites have been activated to serve as hubs for humanitarian aid and relief operations during typhoons and monsoons, improving the speed and efficiency of assistance delivery. The agreement also supports broader defense initiatives, such as the potential establishment of an ammunition manufacturing facility in Subic, aimed at strengthening the Philippines' military capabilities.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Mon, November 10, 2025 at 8:10 PM

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Recent developments on EDCA

Fri, November 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM

US panel suggests Taiwan fund PH EDCA site upgrades for Taiwan defense

A US congressional panel has proposed that Taiwan fund upgrades to Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites in the Philippines to help Washington better defend Taiwan from a possible Chinese attack.

Mon, November 10, 2025 at 3:52 PM

EDCA sites aid disaster response efforts

Malacañang highlighted that Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites are beneficial during disaster response.

Tue, July 22, 2025 at 1:28 PM

AFP activates EDCA sites for typhoon, monsoon disaster response

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has activated Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites to serve as forward operating hubs for humanitarian assistance and disaster response (HADR) efforts during Typhoon Crising and the enhanced southwest monsoon.

Mon, July 21, 2025 at 11:07 PM

EDCA sites to be used for humanitarian aid amid monsoon rains

Military sites under the Philippine-US Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) will be utilized as key hubs for humanitarian assistance amid heavy monsoon rains.

Mon, July 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM

US, PH eyed for ammo plant in Subic

The Philippines is open to establishing an ammunition manufacturing site within the country, signaling a potential boost to its defense and economic cooperation with the United States.

Sun, April 27, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Rep Ortega warns against pro-China candidates

La Union Rep. Paolo Ortega urged Filipinos to reject election candidates who promote a pro-China stance, calling them part of "Team China" and accusing them of pushing a "script" from Beijing.

Wed, February 12, 2025 at 8:33 AM

US, PH to expand joint military exercises

The Philippines and the US are looking to expand their joint military exercises, with discussions between AFP General Romeo Brawner Jr. and US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General CQ Brown Jr. focusing on increasing their scope and capacity.

Thu, January 30, 2025 at 2:10 PM

PAF, US PACAF inaugurate new fuel facility in Cebu

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the US Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) inaugurated a newly completed fuel storage facility at the Brig. Gen. Benito N. Ebuen Air Base in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu.

Sun, January 26, 2025 at 10:27 AM

Envoy: No need to worry over US aid suspension

Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez assured Filipinos that there is no need to worry about the temporary suspension of US foreign assistance.

Thu, January 23, 2025 at 1:58 PM

DFA takes foreign espionage threats seriously amid Chinese national's arrest

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is taking indications of foreign espionage operations seriously and is prepared to collaborate with other government agencies, including the Department of Justice and the National Bureau of Investigation.