SBS News in Filipino, Thursday, 21 August 2025

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Philippine, Australian, and Canadian warships took part in Exercise ALON (Amphibious and Land Operations) 2025 in Mindoro. More than 3,600 AFP and ADF personnel will participate in military exercises in Luzon and Palawan from 5 August until 29 August, 2025. Credit: Australia in the Philippines / Australian Embassy in the Philippines

Here are today's top stories on SBS Filipino.


Key Points
  • Philippine, Australian and Canadian warships take part in Exercise ALON (Amphibious and Land Operations) 2025 in Mindoro.
  • Australian Deputy Minister and Minister for Defense Richard Marles to visit the Philippines.
  • Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan says national child safety reform is urgently needed, alongside state reform
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