Author: National Security Council
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12 JULY 2026 | ALAY LAKAD PARA SA DAGAT – NATIONAL PEACE WALK
𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬. 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚. As we commemorate the 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟔 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐚 𝐀𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝, let us come together in a shared expression of unity, patriotism, and support for the peaceful and lawful protection of our maritime rights. Join the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 2026…
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Statement of the National Security Adviser Secretary Eduardo SL Oban Jr.
08 July 2026 | Manila, Philippines The National Security Council views with serious concern China’s recent launch of an unarmed, intercontinental-range ballistic missile from a submarine into the South Pacific. China may call the launch “routine,” but there is nothing routine about its consequences for regional security. A missile test of such range and capability,…
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NTF-ELCAC StratCom Cluster Holds Visayas Summit Planning Workshop
The Strategic Communications Cluster of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), led by the Strategic Communications Office of the National Security Council and the Presidential Communications Office, conducted the Major Island Summit Planning Workshop – Visayas Leg on 18 June 2026 in Cebu City. This workshop brought together representatives from…
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Statement of the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea
17 June 2026 | Manila, Philippines Based on the latest Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) patrols and monitoring conducted by Philippine authorities this morning, 17 June 2026, the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea has confirmed the removal of the floating platform previously monitored within the lagoon of Bajo de Masinloc. It will be…
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NSA Oban visits Iruma Air Base, holds talks with Japan Central Air Defense Force Commander
National Security Adviser Eduardo SL Oban Jr. met with Lieutenant General Kubota, Commander of the Japan Central Air Defense Force last month, at Iruma Air Base, Japan. Lieutenant General Kubota provided an overview of Iruma Air Base and the Central Air Defense Force’s mission and capabilities. The officials exchanged views on the regional security environment…
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Statement of the National Security Adviser
“I encourage all government offices to extend the display of the Philippine Flag until July 12, 2026 as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the landmark 2016 Arbitral Award on the South China Sea. Let this serve as a reminder that the defense of our freedom, sovereignty, and national interests remains a continuing responsibility for…
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Statement of the National Security Adviser on the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence
12 June 2026 | Manila, Philippines Today, we commemorate the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence and honor the Filipinos whose sacrifices secured our freedom and sovereignty. As we reflect on our history, we are reminded that independence is not only a legacy to be celebrated but also a responsibility to be upheld. While we celebrate…
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Statement of the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea
09 June 2026 | Manila, Philippines The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) confirms the information released by AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S. Brawner Jr. yesterday regarding the presence of a floating structure in Bajo de Masinloc. Aerial monitoring by several agencies has confirmed the presence of a 6×6-meter floating…
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NSA Oban lauds ASEAN maritime cooperation at the 5th ASEAN Coast Guard Forum High-Level Meeting
National Security Adviser Secretary Eduardo SL Oban Jr. lauded the continued advancement of ASEAN maritime cooperation as he served as Guest of Honor and Speaker during the 5th ASEAN Coast Guard Forum High-Level Meeting (ACF-HLM) held in Manila on 4-5 June 2026. Hosted by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), this meeting gathered heads and representatives…