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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Jul 13

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The Philippine Navy recently introduced the Rajah Sulayman-class OPV, together with the new names of all six ships ordered.

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Introduction of the New Rajah Sulayman-class OPV of the Philippine Navy

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Aug 3

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When speaking of acquisition projects of the Revised AFP Modernization Program, we usually talk about the material components and specifications, with details barely touching on the most important part - the budget.

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Philippine Defense Budget Statistics from 2019 to 2021

This is the recent statistical data on Philippine defense spending, encompassing the period from 2019 to 2022.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Jul 13

New on the Pitz Defense Analysis:

The Philippine Navy recently introduced the Rajah Sulayman-class OPV, together with the new names of all six ships ordered.

www.pitzdefanalysis.net/2025/07/intr...

Introduction of the New Rajah Sulayman-class OPV of the Philippine Navy

A defense site that provides proper military news and perspective in different defense discussions from the Philippines and the Indo-Pacific region.

www.pitzdefanalysis.net

Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · May 1

The United States Marine Corps deployed its NMESIS batteries in Basco, Batanes, an area near the Bashi Channel that separates the Philippines from Taiwan in the country's northern frontier.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Mar 17

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The #Philippine government has enacted the #SRDP Revitalization Act or the Republic Act 12024, aiming to foster and establish a local defense industry for the production of various military hardware.

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Forging the Philippine Local Defense Industry (SRDP and R.A. 12024)

The Self-Reliance Defense Posture Revitalization Law or RA 12024 come as an important legislation that might push the Philippine defense industry better.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Mar 3

There is a greater likelihood that this will be an additional order of HDF-3200 (Miguel Malvar-class) frigates.

Max Montero @maxmontero.bsky.social · Mar 2

Our sources confirmed that 🇵🇭 Dept of National Defense & Philippine Navy wanted the acquisition of new frigates to be finalized this year, with support from 🇰🇷 HD HHI to secure construction spot & work continuity once fabrication of 6th HDP-2200 OPV is done & ensure delivery of 1st ship by 2028.
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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Mar 1

#SouthKorean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries released a footage of the #BRPMiguelMalvar frigate of the #PhilippineNavy doing sea trials, along with the first keel-laying ceremony of its first #OffshorePatrolVessel.

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HD Hyundai releases BRP Miguel Malvar sea trial footage; first OPV keel laying revealed

Media on the sea trials of BRP Miguel Malvar frigate released, along with the keel laying ceremony of the Philippine Navy's first Offshore Patrol Vessel ordered.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Jan 28

American aerospace manufacturer #LockheedMartin has now officially included the #Philippines as one of the official customers of the #C-130J-30 aircraft.

More details on the link below.
www.lockheedmartin.com/content/dam/...

Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Jan 27

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The #PhilippineAirForce purchases 6 #A29SuperTucano for the 15th Strike Wing after decommissioning the #OV10Bronco and the #AH1SCobraAttackHelicopters.

More on the link below.

bit.ly/AddA29PAF

Additional A-29 Super Tucano for the Philippine Air Force?

The Philippine Air Force sets to purchase six (6) more A-29 Super Tucano aircraft, improving its close air support capability in replacing old ones.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 31

From here on Pitz Defense Analysis, we may wish every community member a Happy New Year 2025.

Here's for more successful AFP Modernization Program projects and other endeavors that enhance the Philippine defense efforts in securing and defending the country's sovereignty.

#PDA #PitzDefAnalysis

Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 28

In an ongoing news report, the #PhilippineAirForce's 15th Strike Wing has decommissioned the #OV10Bronco Close Air Support Aircraft and the #AH1SCobra Attack Helicopters donated by #Jordan to the #Philippines in 2018.

bit.ly/dec2824

Philippine Air Force decommissions OV-10; AH-1S Cobra from Active Duty

As the Philippine Air Force modernize its fleet of aircraft involving multiple functions and types, so does the decommissioning of existing military hardware already serving the military branch for ye...

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 16

Images: The #A29SuperTucano aircraft of the #PhilippineAirForce participated in joint flight operations with the #A10Thunderbolt of the #PacificAirForces and the #C130H2 Hercules of the #MissouriANG as both countries bolster bilateral defense cooperation.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 10

Images: A single Antonov #AN225CargoAirlifter has been seen in Clark Airport recently, with reports suggesting that it has at least five (5) #S70iBlackhawk Helicopters onboard for delivery from #Poland's #PZLMielec.

Image (c) Daniel M. Schüpbach, Plane Spotters PH

Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 9

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The #PhilippineAirForce's #MRFAcquisitionProject is still rolling, now with increased number of units and entry of interested air defense companies who wants to take part in this project. #France's #DassaultAviation joined.

bit.ly/RafalePH

Dassault Rafale Fighter Jet for the Philippine Air Force?

France's aerospace company Dassault Aviation now pitches its aircraft for the Philippine Air Force MRF project. How will it fare to the competition?

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 3

The #PhilippineCoastGuard came to the rescue after the #Chinese harassed #Filipino fishermen in the #WestPhilippineSea after they deployed their helicopter and recklessly rotor-washed the small fishing boats below.

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West PH Sea: PCG deploys vessels after alleged China helicopter harassment

The PCG deployed two vessels to secure Filipino fishermen in Rozul Reef in the West Philippine Sea, after evidence of alleged harassment by a PLA Navy helicopter.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Dec 2

Earlier today, a Russian Kilo-class Submarine "Ufa" (490) was seen traversing the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone, as it originated from Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia and Surabaya in Indonesia, both for port visits.

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Russian sub in West PH Sea awaiting clear weather, enroute to Vladivostok - AFP

A Russian attack submarine surfaced in the West Philippine Sea last week and is reportedly awaiting improved weather conditions enroute to Vladivostok.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Nov 30

Images: The #PhilippineAirForce's 960th #AirMissileDefenseGroup (AMDG) has received the third and final battery of the #SPYDER Ground Self-Defense System or GBADS from Israel's RAFAEL Advanced Systems Limited.

The variant bought by #PAF is the SPYDER-MR GBADS platform.

(c) PAF

Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Nov 29

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Indo-Pacific's First - Typhon Mid-Range Capability Missile System in the Philippines

The United States Armed Forces deploys their Typhon MRC Missile Systems with Tomahawk and SM-6 anti-ballistic missile capabilities in the Philippines.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Nov 29

#China once again issued a new warning against the #Philippines over the #UnitedStatesArmy's deployment of #TyphonMidRangeCapabilityMissileSystem, showing its ever-growing uneasiness about the deployment in the #IndoPacific region.

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China issues new missile warning to US and Philippines

China urged Washington and Manila to withdraw the Mid-Range Capability missile system from the Philippines immediately.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Nov 18

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On the map posted last time on this account, social media users from #Malaysia and #Indonesia quickly criticized the newly enacted #PhilippineMaritimeLaws, prompting us to provide additional context.

Details below.

bit.ly/PHMarLaw

An Important Clarification on the Philippines' New Maritime Laws

The Philippine government enacted two (2) maritime laws, with details escalated quickly that it misguides people from neighboring countries.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Jun 23

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The names of the PN #HDC3200Corvettes (reclassified as Frigates) were unveiled accidentally on a presented plaque for the #OffshoreCombatForce's 36th Founding Anniversary, along with its intended classification and pennant numbers.

Introduction of the New Miguel Malvar-class Frigate of the Philippine Navy

From Corvettes to Frigates, the HDF-3200 is now named as the 'Malvar-class Frigates' as the badges unveiled the details of the new warships.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · May 24

Images: The #PhilippineAirForce formally accepted its newest #C130Hercules Cargo Aircraft, bearing the number 5157, into the fleet, whereby it adds the total of the mainstay transporters to at least five (5) units. Image (c) #PAF.

Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Mar 10

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The #PhilippineNavy is pursuing to acquire submarines in its fleet, whereby three shipbuilders are competing to secure the contract. And with this comes an upgrade from #HanwhaOcean's offer, now with #JangbogoIIIPN as its candidate.

bit.ly/KSS3PN

Hanwha Ocean's KSS-III Submarine Offer for the Philippine Navy

The Philippine Navy is getting its own submarines, and an increase in budget prompted Hanwha Ocean to replace its DSME-1400PN offer to a newer one.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Feb 11

The #PhilippineNavy and their counterparts in the #UnitedStatesNavy held a third joint maritime patrols since it ever started last year, and a second one taking place for the year 2024, taking place in the #WestPhilippineSea.

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Philippines, US hold third joint patrol in South China Sea

The United States and the Philippines held their third joint sea and air patrol in three months off the Southeast Asian country's coast on Friday, the allies said.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Feb 1

Both 🇸🇪 and 🇵🇭 discussed some matters relating to the #WestPhilippineSea issue, along with enhanced ties and defense cooperation of both nations.

Take note that they also discussed the #MOU that is still pending in the former's parliament.

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PH, Sweden discuss South China Sea issue, security challenges

DND Undersecretary Irineo Espino meets with Swedish State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Jan Knutsson.

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Pitz Defense Analysis @defensepitz.bsky.social · Jan 31

🇻🇳 and 🇵🇭 signed an agreement that will help bolster communication and bilateral ties between the two neighboring countries, especially since this involves an active line between the #PhilippineCoastGuard and their #Vietnamese counterparts. rb.gy/p4gd2b

PH, Vietnam coast guards establish hotline for maritime cooperation

MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) signed an agreement on the establishment of a hotline to boost communication between the two maritime security groups. The...

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