Aaron-Matthew Lariosa
@aaronmatthewil.bsky.social
Reporting 🇵🇭🇺🇸 defense issues. All opinions are my own.
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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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.
Learning about the struggles that these sailors have to endure on the daily has been the highlight of my coverage by far. I hope that this report conveyed these challenges to its readers. 3/3 END
October 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Learning about the struggles that these sailors have to endure on the daily has been the highlight of my coverage by far. I hope that this report conveyed these challenges to its readers. 3/3 END
Prior to this assignment, I mostly covered industry and trade shows. My only experience with the South China Sea was with press releases and research. Seeing it up close unlocked a new perspective and helped my understanding of the issue. 2/3
October 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Prior to this assignment, I mostly covered industry and trade shows. My only experience with the South China Sea was with press releases and research. Seeing it up close unlocked a new perspective and helped my understanding of the issue. 2/3
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...
Day one of AUSA done. Despite the photo, I did have fun. Looking forward to the rest!
October 14, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Day one of AUSA done. Despite the photo, I did have fun. Looking forward to the rest!
Oahu, August 2025.
October 2, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Oahu, August 2025.
Taipei, June 2025.
October 2, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Taipei, June 2025.
Nagoya, July 2025.
October 2, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Nagoya, July 2025.
Tokyo, Sept. 2025. 1/3
October 2, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Tokyo, Sept. 2025. 1/3
Had the experience of a lifetime with the Philippine Coast Guard on the South China Sea over the last week. Learned a lot about the lives of these men and women in the West Philippine Sea, as well as the struggles they face. Story going out soon.
May 31, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Had the experience of a lifetime with the Philippine Coast Guard on the South China Sea over the last week. Learned a lot about the lives of these men and women in the West Philippine Sea, as well as the struggles they face. Story going out soon.
Could’ve been a worse four years, thanks for everything American. Many thanks to the professors that cleared absences in support of my defense journalism coverage and a number of interesting classmates.
Now it’s time to get to work. See you soon, Manila.
Now it’s time to get to work. See you soon, Manila.
May 14, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Could’ve been a worse four years, thanks for everything American. Many thanks to the professors that cleared absences in support of my defense journalism coverage and a number of interesting classmates.
Now it’s time to get to work. See you soon, Manila.
Now it’s time to get to work. See you soon, Manila.
Behind the scenes.
April 12, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Behind the scenes.
Sea, air, and space.
April 9, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Sea, air, and space.
Finally made it to 🇵🇭 embassy after all of these years. Had an insightful conversation with some great hosts.
April 3, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Finally made it to 🇵🇭 embassy after all of these years. Had an insightful conversation with some great hosts.
Combat Art Gallery, National Museum of the Marine Corps
February 17, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Combat Art Gallery, National Museum of the Marine Corps
First day of Surface Navy Association 2025 with the team.
January 15, 2025 at 12:24 AM
First day of Surface Navy Association 2025 with the team.
Also had the opportunity to meet some great people throughout the year in Washington, Manila, and Taipei.
December 31, 2024 at 4:47 PM
Also had the opportunity to meet some great people throughout the year in Washington, Manila, and Taipei.
2024 was a year of many firsts for me. Some highlights include a tour of the Pentagon, boarding a Los Angeles-class attack submarine at Norfolk, getting flown across the world to cover the Philippine Navy at Subic Bay, and interviewing leadership in Manila.
December 31, 2024 at 4:47 PM
2024 was a year of many firsts for me. Some highlights include a tour of the Pentagon, boarding a Los Angeles-class attack submarine at Norfolk, getting flown across the world to cover the Philippine Navy at Subic Bay, and interviewing leadership in Manila.
Happy New Years from Manila!
December 31, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Happy New Years from Manila!
Held a demo of Littoral Commander on a roof overlooking the rainy Makati skyline tonight to an awesome group of people that will put this copy to good use for 🇵🇭 policy. One of the more memorable meetings I’ve had on this trip for sure.
December 30, 2024 at 4:47 PM
Held a demo of Littoral Commander on a roof overlooking the rainy Makati skyline tonight to an awesome group of people that will put this copy to good use for 🇵🇭 policy. One of the more memorable meetings I’ve had on this trip for sure.