Philippine shooting hits progress on maritime defences

The Mamasapano shooting may indirectly constrain tactical preparedness for maritime risks

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  • Rising friction
  • Turf battle
  • Political entanglements
  • Army dominance
  • Aquino's military focus shift
  • Mamasapano fallout
  • Institutional rivalries
  • Coup rumours
  • Limited coup risk
  • Mindanao prospects

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