Philippines Denounces Disinformation on Palawan

The Philippine government has firmly rejected false claims suggesting that Palawan is part of China. The Philippine Navy, through the BRP Sierra Madre, stated unequivocally, “Palawan has always been, is, and will remain a part of the Philippines. It is not disputed. It is not up for debate.”

This statement follows the circulation of misleading social media images depicting China’s dashed lines extending over Palawan. The Philippine military has reiterated its commitment to defending the country’s territorial integrity against disinformation and foreign influence.

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Philippines and Japan Expand Defense Cooperation

Amid rising regional tensions, the Philippines and Japan have agreed to enhance their defense partnership. In a recent bilateral meeting in Manila, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani discussed new initiatives, including a high-level dialogue on defense exports and military information security.

Both countries expressed deep concern over China’s aggressive maritime activities in the East and South China Seas. Teodoro emphasized the need for strong regional alliances to counter unilateral actions, while Nakatani highlighted Japan’s commitment to supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific.

These developments reinforce the Philippines’ stance in safeguarding its sovereignty while strengthening security ties with regional allies.

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