There are talks of acquiring a submarine for the Philippine Navy
It was a nonchalant affair, but in February 2026, the Philippines and Italy signed a defense cooperation agreement. It signals both countries’ efforts to diversify security partnerships amid the world’s shifting power balance.
A specific, important item could be the transfer — soon — of a submarine for the Philippine Navy. Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug has the story. – Rappler.com
Presenter, writer: Marites Vitug
Producer: JC Gotinga
Videographers: Jon Vic Digma
Video editor: Emerald Hidalgo
Supervising producer: Beth Frondoso
