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Armed Forces of the Philippines

[Jay Tarriela @jaytaryela]

According to realism, if a belligerent state with ambitious and selfish intentions seeks to dominate a region, smaller states often form alliances and coalitions to counterbalance such potential threats. The Philippines’ efforts in alliance building help maintain a balance of power in this region. By engaging in military collaborations with other countries that support the rules-based order, the Philippines can not only prevent China's domination but also deter its illegal bullying and aggressive behavior.

France’s intention to conduct joint patrols not only demonstrates its support for the Philippines but also reinforces our claim that an increasing number of states believe on our legal backing in asserting sovereignty and sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea compared with the baseless ten-dash line claim of PRC.

[Jay Tarriela @jaytaryela]

To clarify, the recent incidents in Bajo de Masinloc and Ayungin Shoal should not be seen as an escalation of tension caused by our provocation. It is important to note that the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources' operation last Saturday was solely aimed at providing humanitarian assistance to Filipino fishermen. Similarly, the mission conducted by the Armed Forces of the Philippines yesterday was merely a resupply operation for our troops aboard BRP Sierra Madre. These operations were not intended to provoke any conflict but rather were routine in nature, with a humanitarian component aimed at supporting the livelihood of our fishermen and the well-being of our soldiers.

The recent incidents highlight China's blatant inclination to engage in illegal and hostile actions in order to assert their self-serving claim in the West Philippine Sea, based solely on the ten-dash line. They have shown no hesitation in violating international law and even posing a threat to peace and the established rules-based order. It is evident that they carry out these illegal actions because they believe they can, taking advantage of the perceived vulnerability of countries like the Philippines to assert their dominance.

This is the very reason why the Philippine government is actively exposing the bullying behavior of China to ensure that the Filipino people are aware of the challenges we face. At the same time, it is important for the international community to understand that a powerful country in our region is attempting to use its military and economic strength to assert control over the waters that rightfully belong to us.

By putting a spotlight on this issue, we seek to unite the Filipino people to go against China’s agression and with one voice we can be able to garner support and solidarity from the international community in defending our rightful claims.🇵🇭
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@ccordingtochris AW-109 Power, Philippine Navy

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Guess the aircraft

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#SaAtinIto

Pag-Asa Island, Palawan, Philippines. Have you heard the news? Pag-Asa Island is now open to tourists. You can now snap photos of CCG and add a caption #ChinaLayas

South China Sea dispute

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One of the best and latest photos of the Pag-asa Island of the Philippines in the West Philippine Sea.

📷: Spratly Islands, Kalayaan Tourism

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#WestPhilippineSea #SaAtinIto #thituisland #PagasaIsland #Philippines

[Jay Tarriela @jaytaryela]

If you are a Filipino, whether in government or private sector, regardless of your politics, defending and making excuses for China's aggressive behavior should deem you unpatriotic, and a traitor to the Philippines and to our people. Given current developments in the West Philippine Sea, it is important to show loyalty to country.

While I recognize freedom of speech as an important right guaranteed by our constitution, it should not be misused as a means to justify unpatriotic actions by acting as China's mouthpiece. All Filipinos should unite in calling out China's aggressive and unlawful actions in the West Philippine Sea. Together, we should stand united in protecting our nation's interests and pursuing a peaceful resolution to the issues.

Dahil sa West Philippine Sea ang yaman nito ay para sa Pilipino!

[RIMPAC @RimofthePacific]

Over the past week #RIMPAC2022 partner nations have been testing their skills at sea including live-fire exercises, conducting replenishment-at-seas and sailing in formation. 🇨🇦🇦🇺🇺🇸🇵🇭🇳🇿🇸🇬

@RoyalCanNavy @MarineRoyaleCan @Australian_Navy @USNavy @Philippine_Navy <1/2>

[Hernan Perez @HP_perezhernan]

It doesn’t matter if you’re a “Scholar ng Bayan” or “Scholar para sa Bayan” or whatever it is you call yourself.

What matters is your authentic and genuine intention to serve and the actions you take on a daily basis.

Nothing else.

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The 7th Edition of the Philippine Marine (PHILMARINE 2022) Exhibit and the 5th Edition of the Naval Defense Philippines 2022 Exhibit at the SMX Convention Center Manila. The event will be held from 21-23 June 2022.

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Read more: https://t.co/M0BmaUvnp9

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124th Philippine Independence Day

"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it, it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it." - Warne

📷: PNA photo by Joey O. Razon

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[Shambhu S. Kumaran @shambhukumaran]

Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan!
Warm greetings to our friends in the #Philippines on Independence Day!

Delighted to join the celebrations at Rizal Park, Manila.

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124th Philippine Independence Day

"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it, it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it." - Warne

📷: PNA photo by Joey O. Razon

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@HP_perezhernan Bad governance is the fuel of NPAs.

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Good Governance = Less Oppression = Fewer people who would think of taking up arms = Fewer NPA

[Duan Dang @duandang]

So much smoke! Liaoning aircraft carrier in Philippine Sea.

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Sneak Peak: @yourphilarmy ATMOS 2000

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A scale model of Hyundai Heavy Industries HDF-3100, the winning contender for Philippine Navy's Corvette Acquisition Program, exhibited by HHI as part of the ADAS 2022 held at World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay City last April 27, 2022.

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Sneak Peak: @yourphilarmy ATMOS 2000

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Close up photos of HDF-2500 frigate scale model of the Hyundai Heavy Industries displayed during the Asian Defense & Security (ADAS) 2022 at World Trade Center, Pasay City. Note that HDF-2500 is Philippine Navy's José Rizal-Class Frigate.

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