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Japan Timesworld44 days ago
Japan Increases Troop Numbers in Balikatan Drills with Philippines
Japan deployed about 1,400 personnel to this year's Balikatan exercises in the Philippines, roughly 10 times the number sent last year. The drills, which concluded on May 9, 2026, included counter-landing operations and anti-ship missile training in northern areas facing Taiwan a…
japantimes.co.jpworld47 days ago
Japan's Self-Defense Forces Fire Type 88 Missiles in Philippine Balikatan Exercises
Japan's Self-Defense Forces launched Type 88 surface-to-ship missiles for the first time from the Philippines during the Balikatan military exercises on May 6, 2026. The drills involved about 1,400 Japanese personnel, warships, aircraft and missile systems targeting a mock enemy…
manilatimes.networld60 days ago
Japan and Philippines Deepen Military Ties with Joint Drills and Export Rule Changes
Japan has joined the Philippines' Balikatan military exercises for the first time this year. Tokyo eased its defense export rules on Tuesday, potentially allowing sales of lethal weapons to the Philippines. Analysts noted this could enhance bilateral cooperation in defense techno…
manilatimes.networld62 days ago
Philippines and US Launch Largest Balikatan Exercises with 17,000 Troops
Over 17,000 troops from seven countries, including 10,000 from the US, began the annual Balikatan military exercises in the Philippines on April 20. The drills, running until mid-May, focus on interoperability and include first-time participation by Japanese forces. Officials sta…