In the face of escalating maritime tension with Beijing in the South China Sea, the Philippine Navy has secured the lion’s share of the recently approved $35 billion Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) modernization budget, signaling a notable recalibration in defense allocations. According to a report by Philippine-based news outlet Philstar, on May 2, Philippines … Continue reading ‘Under Attack’ By China’s PLA-N — Philippine Navy Secures ‘Lion’s Share’ In $35 Billion Modernization Budget