PH defense posture deters China from using force
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Source: Inquirer
Published: 2026-07-31 16:54 UTC+10:00
Section: West Philippine Sea
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, Human Rights, Military & Defence, Philippines, China, World News, Asia Pacific
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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of National Defense (DND) is strengthening the Philippines’ deterrence posture in the West Philippine Sea to complement diplomatic protests lodged by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) against China’s aggression.
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