Philippines to Hold Inaugural Maritime Defense Drill in Eastern Seaboard
The Armed Forces of the Philippines will conduct Exercise Surigao Sentinel 2026 from October 20-25 off the eastern seaboard of Mindanao. This marks the country's first territorial defense drill in this strategic maritime area, aiming to bolster its defense capabilities.
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