Aaron-Matthew Lariosa
@aaronmatthewil.bsky.social
Reporting 🇵🇭🇺🇸 defense issues. All opinions are my own.
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China Wants Nine Aircraft Carriers by 2035, Says New Pentagon Report — USNI News
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China Wants Nine Aircraft Carriers by 2035, Says New Pentagon Report - USNI News
China plans to field a force of nine aircraft carriers by 2035, according to a Defense Department report on Beijing’s military power released on Tuesday. The U.S. report says that the People’s Liberat...
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December 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Philippine and American military officers surveyed Manila’s newest base in the Luzon Strait last week for joint defense operations between the two allies in the country’s northern territories near Taiwan 🇵🇭 🇺🇸 🇹🇼
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Philippines, U.S. eye Luzon Strait base for joint defense operations - Naval News
A Philippine-U.S. military delegation surveyed a new Luzon Strait base for joint defense operations in the country's north near Taiwan.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Philippine and American military officers surveyed Manila’s newest base in the Luzon Strait last week for joint defense operations between the two allies in the country’s northern territories near Taiwan 🇵🇭 🇺🇸 🇹🇼
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Taiwan’s Coast Guard Attaché held a brief courtesy call with his Philippine counterparts in Manila this week to discuss potential lines of cooperation, including intelligence sharing and capacity-building efforts. My latest with Naval News:
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Philippines and Taiwan Explore Coast Guard Cooperation - Naval News
Philippine and Taiwanese Coast Guard officials met in Manila this week to discuss potential maritime security cooperation activities.
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December 14, 2025 at 5:53 AM
Taiwan’s Coast Guard Attaché held a brief courtesy call with his Philippine counterparts in Manila this week to discuss potential lines of cooperation, including intelligence sharing and capacity-building efforts. My latest with Naval News:
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Philippine and Taiwanese Coast Guard officials met in Manila this week to discuss potential maritime security cooperation activities 🇵🇭 🇹🇼
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Philippines and Taiwan Explore Coast Guard Cooperation - Naval News
Philippine and Taiwanese Coast Guard officials met in Manila this week to discuss potential maritime security cooperation activities.
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December 13, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Philippine and Taiwanese Coast Guard officials met in Manila this week to discuss potential maritime security cooperation activities 🇵🇭 🇹🇼
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U.S. Strategic Bombers, Japanese Anti-Ship Fighters Take Flight Amid Japan-China Tensions — USNI News
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U.S. Strategic Bombers, Japanese Anti-Ship Fighters Take Flight Amid Japan-China Tensions - USNI News
American strategic bombers trained alongside Japanese aircraft in what Washington and Tokyo described as a demonstration of their resolve following recent military tensions between Japan and China thi...
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December 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
U.S. Strategic Bombers, Japanese Anti-Ship Fighters Take Flight Amid Japan-China Tensions — USNI News
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A U.S. Navy destroyer was spotted operating near Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal this week by a Philippine Coast Guard aerial patrol 👇
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A U.S. Navy destroyer was spotted operating near Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal this week by a Philippine Coast Guard aerial patrol 👇
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Chinese, U.S. Navies Spotted Operating Near Scarborough Shoal - Naval News
A U.S. Navy destroyer was spotted operating near Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal this week by a Philippine Coast Guard aerial patrol.
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December 6, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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A U.S. Navy destroyer was spotted operating near Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal this week by a Philippine Coast Guard aerial patrol 👇
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A U.S. Navy destroyer was spotted operating near Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal this week by a Philippine Coast Guard aerial patrol 👇
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Philippine Navy Launches Second Korean Offshore Patrol Vessel — USNI News
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Philippine Navy Launches Second Korean Offshore Patrol Vessel - USNI News
Manila’s second Korean-made offshore patrol vessel was launched ahead of schedule last month at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Ulsan shipyard, marking the latest step in the Philippine Navy’s gradual mo...
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December 1, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Philippine Navy Launches Second Korean Offshore Patrol Vessel — USNI News
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Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Tours Military Bases Near Taiwan — USNI News
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Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Tours Military Bases Near Taiwan - USNI News
Last week, Tokyo’s top defense official toured Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) and Coast Guard facilities across the southwestern islands – including a base located 70 nautical miles away from Taiwan....
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November 28, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Tours Military Bases Near Taiwan — USNI News
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Japan to Procure New Anti-Landing Craft Missiles for Island Defense — USNI News
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Japan to Procure New Anti-Landing Craft Missiles for Island Defense - USNI News
The Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) will procure the next generation of Japanese anti-landing craft missiles next year as Tokyo prioritizes coastal defense systems to defend its southwestern islands. ...
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November 27, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Japan to Procure New Anti-Landing Craft Missiles for Island Defense — USNI News
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Two Philippine maritime patrols challenged the presence of China’s warships and cutters at Scarborough Shoal over the last few days, marking Manila’s latest effort to push back against Beijing’s claims over the South China Sea maritime feature 🇵🇭 🇨🇳
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Philippines Challenges Chinese Forces at Scarborough Shoal - Naval News
The Philippine Coast Guard challenges Chinese forces at Scarborough Shoal in Manila's latest effort to push back against Beijing in the SCS.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Two Philippine maritime patrols challenged the presence of China’s warships and cutters at Scarborough Shoal over the last few days, marking Manila’s latest effort to push back against Beijing’s claims over the South China Sea maritime feature 🇵🇭 🇨🇳
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This is a great article. While the PLA is extremely capable, the invasion of Taiwan would be the most difficult landing operation ever attempted. There has never been an amphibious landing in the face of CDCMs. For comparison, Taiwan has hundreds of missiles and the PLAN as eight LPDs.
Taiwan highlighted its efforts in developing area denial capabilities, including anti-ship missiles, attack drones and new coastal defense forces, to counter a potential Chinese invasion of the island in its 2025 National Defense Report 🇹🇼
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Taiwan Defense Report Highlights Area Denial Progress - Naval News
Taiwan's latest defense report highlighted the development of area denial capabilities that could defeat a Chinese invasion of the island.
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November 23, 2025 at 11:31 AM
This is a great article. While the PLA is extremely capable, the invasion of Taiwan would be the most difficult landing operation ever attempted. There has never been an amphibious landing in the face of CDCMs. For comparison, Taiwan has hundreds of missiles and the PLAN as eight LPDs.
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(don’t trust anyone in area studies that seem too confident , kids)
November 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
(don’t trust anyone in area studies that seem too confident , kids)
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Taiwan highlighted its efforts in developing area denial capabilities, including anti-ship missiles, attack drones and new coastal defense forces, to counter a potential Chinese invasion of the island in its 2025 National Defense Report 🇹🇼
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Taiwan Defense Report Highlights Area Denial Progress - Naval News
Taiwan's latest defense report highlighted the development of area denial capabilities that could defeat a Chinese invasion of the island.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Taiwan highlighted its efforts in developing area denial capabilities, including anti-ship missiles, attack drones and new coastal defense forces, to counter a potential Chinese invasion of the island in its 2025 National Defense Report 🇹🇼
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U.S. Marines Deploy Drone Unit to Philippines to Patrol Over South China Sea — USNI News
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U.S. Marines Deploy Drone Unit to Philippines to Patrol Over South China Sea - USNI News
The U.S. Marine Corps temporarily deployed a unit of drones to support Philippine maritime security efforts in the South China Sea where tensions are high between Manila and Beijing, USNI News has lea...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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The Philippine Marine Corps publicly unveiled its BrahMos cruise missile coastal defense system at a Marine Corps Coastal Defense Regiment facility in Zambales, reported by @aaronmatthewil.bsky.social
See our visualization of the BrahMos system's deployment site and reported operational range
See our visualization of the BrahMos system's deployment site and reported operational range
November 11, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Philippine Marine Corps publicly unveiled its BrahMos cruise missile coastal defense system at a Marine Corps Coastal Defense Regiment facility in Zambales, reported by @aaronmatthewil.bsky.social
See our visualization of the BrahMos system's deployment site and reported operational range
See our visualization of the BrahMos system's deployment site and reported operational range
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Philippine Marine Corps Unveils First BrahMos Anti-Ship Missile Battery — USNI News
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Philippine Marine Corps Unveils First BrahMos Anti-Ship Missile Battery - USNI News
The Philippine Marine Corps unveiled its first BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile battery and future plans to enhance coastal defense on Friday, a milestone in Manila’s effort to develop a long-rang...
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November 7, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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The Philippine Marine Corps unveiled its first BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile battery and future plans to enhance coastal defense on Friday, a milestone in Manila’s effort to develop a long-range precision fires capability.
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Philippine Marine Corps Unveils First BrahMos Anti-Ship Missile Battery - USNI News
The Philippine Marine Corps unveiled its first BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile battery and future plans to enhance coastal defense on Friday, a milestone in Manila’s effort to develop a long-rang...
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November 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The Philippine Marine Corps unveiled its first BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile battery and future plans to enhance coastal defense on Friday, a milestone in Manila’s effort to develop a long-range precision fires capability.
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The Philippine Marine Corps has revealed its first BrahMos missile battery during a presentation at the force’s 75th anniversary ceremony today. Located in Zambales, Manila’s first BrahMos base can reach Scarborough Shoal. Note the battery comp and facilities shown.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:10 AM
The Philippine Marine Corps has revealed its first BrahMos missile battery during a presentation at the force’s 75th anniversary ceremony today. Located in Zambales, Manila’s first BrahMos base can reach Scarborough Shoal. Note the battery comp and facilities shown.
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“Of the nine planned field training exercises, three will focus on anti-invasion activities near the Luzon Strait. Northern Luzon will see Philippine troops hold counter-landing drills and practice the recapture of seized ports and airfields.”
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Philippine Military to Hold Anti-invasion Drills in Northern Luzon, South China Sea - USNI News
Philippine forces will hold anti-invasion drills across Northern Luzon and the South China Sea this month to test the country’s ability to defend against threats amid tensions with China. The Armed Fo...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:32 AM
“Of the nine planned field training exercises, three will focus on anti-invasion activities near the Luzon Strait. Northern Luzon will see Philippine troops hold counter-landing drills and practice the recapture of seized ports and airfields.”
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South Korea Positions KSS-III Attack Submarine for International Sale — USNI News
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South Korea Positions KSS-III Attack Submarine for International Sale - USNI News
South Korea pitched its submarines to Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos for Manila’s ambitious naval modernization program last week in a bid to sell domestically made attack boats to internationa...
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November 4, 2025 at 8:29 PM
South Korea Positions KSS-III Attack Submarine for International Sale — USNI News
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Philippine 81st Liberation Anniversary late post. The other half of my family resides in a small village in Leyte, which means every trip we pass by this memorial. To me, this spot marked where the New World, with all its power and might, stepped forth to the rescue and the liberation of the Old.
November 1, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Philippine 81st Liberation Anniversary late post. The other half of my family resides in a small village in Leyte, which means every trip we pass by this memorial. To me, this spot marked where the New World, with all its power and might, stepped forth to the rescue and the liberation of the Old.
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"While the size and scope of Task Force Philippines is unclear, the initiative follows the previously established Task Force Ayungin."
"While the size and scope of Task Force Philippines is unclear, the initiative follows the previously established Task Force Ayungin."
U.S. Unveils Philippine Task Force to Deter Chinese Coercion - USNI News
This post has been updated with a statement from U.S. Pacific Fleet. American and Philippine defense secretaries unveiled a task force designed to deter Chinese coercion in the South China Sea and enh...
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October 31, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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"While the size and scope of Task Force Philippines is unclear, the initiative follows the previously established Task Force Ayungin."
"While the size and scope of Task Force Philippines is unclear, the initiative follows the previously established Task Force Ayungin."
Just updated with a statement from U.S. Pacific Fleet. According to the release, Task Force-Philippines is a joint 60 personnel coordination unit led by a one-star. It also aims to bolster the capability of Manila’s new defense strategy (CADC). 1/2
U.S. Unveils Philippine Task Force to Deter Chinese Coercion — USNI News
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U.S. Unveils Philippine Task Force to Deter Chinese Coercion - USNI News
American and Philippine defense secretaries unveiled a task force designed to deter Chinese coercion in the South China Sea and enhance alliance defense cooperation. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegset...
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October 31, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Just updated with a statement from U.S. Pacific Fleet. According to the release, Task Force-Philippines is a joint 60 personnel coordination unit led by a one-star. It also aims to bolster the capability of Manila’s new defense strategy (CADC). 1/2
American and Philippine defense secretaries unveiled a task force designed to deter Chinese coercion in the South China Sea and enhance alliance defense cooperation.
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U.S. Unveils Philippine Task Force to Deter Chinese Coercion - USNI News
American and Philippine defense secretaries unveiled a task force designed to deter Chinese coercion in the South China Sea and enhance alliance defense cooperation. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegset...
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October 31, 2025 at 2:25 PM
American and Philippine defense secretaries unveiled a task force designed to deter Chinese coercion in the South China Sea and enhance alliance defense cooperation.
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Reposting my summer embark with the Philippine Coast Guard amid recent musings in Manila. For those interested in learning about the experiences of PCG sailors on the frontlines in the South China Sea during an escort mission to the Spratly Islands. 1/3 news.usni.org/2025/06/04/v...
October 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Reposting my summer embark with the Philippine Coast Guard amid recent musings in Manila. For those interested in learning about the experiences of PCG sailors on the frontlines in the South China Sea during an escort mission to the Spratly Islands. 1/3 news.usni.org/2025/06/04/v...