Mindanao security efforts are being reinforced as intelligence operations against terrorism take center stage following renewed concerns over extremist activity in parts of the region. Read more »
Filipinos in Venezuela remain safe amid rising tensions—embassy closely monitoring the situation. Read more »
The National Security Council and Malacañang have rejected claims linking the Philippines to terrorist training following reports that the suspects in the deadly Bondi Beach shooting in Australia had previously stayed in the country. Read more »
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is ramping up its collaboration with Australia to counter fast-evolving threats, from online child exploitation and cybercrime to terrorism and transnational syndicates. Read more »
The Philippines may soon see a stronger, more tech-driven Armed Forces as House Deputy Majority Leader and Camarines Sur Rep. Luigi Villafuerte pushed for the use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or military-grade drones to bolster defense and disaster response. Read more »
The Philippines has made significant strides in enhancing its anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) efforts, earning recognition from both the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Read more »
