Tag: BRP Miguel Malvar

The Philippines took possession of the first of two corvette-class warships with "advanced weapons and radar systems" on Tuesday as it faces growing pressure from Beijing in the disputed South China Sea. The arrival of the 3,200-ton BRP Miguel Malvar is ...

The Philippines has taken delivery of a new guided missile corvette from South Korea — a move that Manila says is a key step toward building a more self-reliant defense. Amid China’s growing maritime assertiveness, the