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Philippine Army

The Philippine Army, under the leadership of Lieutenant General Antonio Nafarrete, is prioritizing human capital development to enhance soldier resilience and readiness for modern warfare. President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has pledged full support for the Army's mission, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership and preparedness amid rising geopolitical tensions. The Army is also expanding its international partnerships, such as participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre, to strengthen regional security and defense cooperation.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Tue, September 9, 2025 at 10:01 PM

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Tue, September 9, 2025 at 1:04 PM

BI arrests 3 Chinese nationals in Davao for illegal stay

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested three Chinese nationals in Davao City for illegally staying and working in the Philippines.

Wed, September 3, 2025 at 4:05 PM

CA confirms Manalo as UN permanent representative

The Commission on Appointments (CA) confirmed the appointment of Enrique Manalo as the permanent representative of the Philippines to the United Nations in New York.

Thu, August 28, 2025 at 1:55 PM

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Two New People's Army (NPA) rebels were killed in an armed clash with Philippine Army soldiers in Mapanas, Northern Samar on Wednesday.

Sat, August 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM

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The Rizal Police Provincial Office is actively implementing programs to ensure the province remains insurgency-free, a status first declared by the Philippine Army in September 2024.

Thu, August 21, 2025 at 4:08 PM

PH, Australia boost land warfare training in Ex ALON 2025

Philippine and Australian troops are intensifying their land-based warfare training as part of the multinational Exercise ALON 2025, aimed at strengthening interoperability and combat readiness.

Wed, August 20, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Army chief orders troops to secure BARMM elections

The Philippine Army (PA) chief, Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, has directed troops to suppress any threats to the upcoming parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).

Tue, August 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM

Philippine Army's Salaknib 2026 exercise to include US, Australia, and Japan

The Philippine Army is preparing for the Salaknib Exercise 2026, which will focus on "full spectrum" military operations and include enhanced participation from key allies.

Mon, August 18, 2025 at 4:21 PM

Taguig court acquits 5 NDFP consultants of kidnapping with murder

A Taguig court acquitted two National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) consultants, Tirso Alcantara and Renante Gamara, along with Diony Borre, Dionisio Almonte, and Raul Razo, of kidnapping with murder charges.

Fri, August 15, 2025 at 12:07 PM

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The Philippine Army highlighted its strong defense partnership with the United Kingdom as a key factor in its modernization and strategic shift toward external defense.

Thu, August 14, 2025 at 2:16 PM

Army CGPA Nafarrete vows mission-ready ground force

Newly installed Philippine Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete pledged to provide a mission-ready ground force to support the nation's territorial and external defense goals.