US Military Revives Naval Base in Subic Bay to Defend the Philippines from Chinese Invasion

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Subic Bay, discovered in 1572 by Spanish explorer Juan de Salcedo, has been a geopolitical linchpin in the Asia-Pacific for centuries. From its transformation into a strategic naval base during Spanish rule, its acquisition by the U.S. post the Spanish-American War, and its dominance during World Wars, the bay has navigated global power dynamics. Faced with environmental challenges like the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption and geopolitical shifts, such as the U.S. Navy's exit and China's rise in the South China Sea, Subic Bay has continually reinvented itself. Now, with the Visiting Forces Agreement, Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, and investments from entities like Cerberus Capital Management, it remains crucial in the ongoing great power competition. This video delves into Subic Bay's storied past, its strategic importance, and its potential role in future global geopolitics including the US Military Revival of Naval Base to counter China dominance. Like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth coverage of global economies and geopolitics. Watch complete video and do not forget to visit our channel for more interesting videos.
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0:00 Foundations in Spanish Rule
0:56 American Acquisition and the Early 20th Century
2:13 World War II and Japanese Invasion
4:38 Liberation and Post-War Expansion
5:29 Mount Pinatubo's Wrath
6:47 Geopolitical Shifts
8:19 Environmental Challenges and Transformation
9:42 A New Geopolitical Tide
10:56 Strategic Implications for the Future
12:19 A Testament to History
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@WhiteTiger5151 9 ай бұрын

I remember Subic Bay, and the Naval Repair Facility there, when the carrier I was on, USS KITTY HAWK (CVA-63), used it as our home port between line periods on Yankee Station in the Tonkin Gulf. Olongapo City, and Grande Isle, where we enlisteds were able to enjoy R&R there, still have many memories of the place, long after being there in 1970 - 71.

@PacificReport 9 ай бұрын

@WhiteTiger5151, thank you for sharing your personal connection with Subic Bay and the USS KITTY HAWK. It's always humbling and insightful to hear firsthand experiences from those who have served. Your memories from 1970-71 serve as a testament to the rich history of the Subic base. We appreciate your service and your contribution to the discussion.

@WhiteTiger5151 9 ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for the comment made. My most vivid recollection was of the crushing poverty of the local people in Olongapo, the young women and men who haunted the clubs just across the Olongapo River, just outside the gate of the Subic base, nothing but clubs on both sides of the street, and further down where it split into two streets. Back then the official rate of exchange of peso to dollar was 20:1 and since then their money is worth even less, but from what I've heard that is about to change for the better, and their economy.

@PacificReport 9 ай бұрын

@@WhiteTiger5151 Thanks again for your interest and yes, alot has changed since the 70's in Subic Bay.

@fcf777 9 ай бұрын

Bet your hawk got a lot of native kitties 😂

@WhiteTiger5151 9 ай бұрын

Yes we did (:-> -- Olongapo City had clubs on both sides of the Main Street, then it split into two streets, those were also lined with clubs to keep the troops and locals entertained.

@maiiloves1783 7 ай бұрын

Subic Bay should never be closed. That's the home for our American bestfriends and brothers. 🇵🇭🇺🇸

@arvinaguila2156 3 ай бұрын

When it was closed that's the time CCP China began intruding WPS territory

@franktate9873 9 ай бұрын

Happy to see the US is back to defend the Philippines.

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

Flock you get the flock out of Philippines terrorist USA you want china build your base in Taiwan. You want Filipino to save gay coward Americans. WW2 5 star general Mac a Arthur ran from japs. While your media sell D day. .. flyck you creator you cia love to meet you. Your Google KZfaq terrorist platform can trace me..defend Philippines. Defend your border in Mexico and Canada first coward military. Flock usa

@aldelrosario7656 9 ай бұрын

Ayaw nung dating presidente sa kano, gusto niya ang China

@RoseT-dz9hl 9 ай бұрын

Agreed kbyn. Iam so glad joseph estrada is gone for gooodaaa. He he. ❤

@phillyboylaboy 9 ай бұрын

There was no bully when the USN was in Subic. 😊

@robertrada1660 5 ай бұрын

Yeah that's right

@rickyobida6776 9 ай бұрын

Both my parents worked at subic bay naval facility for more than 30 years, i was born here in subic bay and all i can say is have the philippine govt not rejected the renewal of the treaty, china wouldn't be bullying us rigth now, at least i am a bit relieve that us forces are back here

@miaya3898 9 ай бұрын

nope. usa most traydor country.

@mitchelltulio7439 9 ай бұрын

Those Politicians asking for more money to renew the Lease, then Mother Nature came in that’s the end of it the US abandoned the Bases🥹🇺🇸🇵🇭

@modestoagbuya2159 9 ай бұрын

@miaya3898 there you go again. When are you going to learn your lesson. FYI, most people would rather be with USA than God less China, the greediest and evil country on earth.

@fcf777 9 ай бұрын

@@miaya3898china wants to make Philippines its province. Smoke that in your pipe, NPA communist.

@geraldineheimy7748 9 ай бұрын

@@miaya3898what? You are insane😂

@theodorecarr879 8 ай бұрын

I was born and raised in Olongapo City Subic Philippines, I met my husband in 1981, He was a Navy Machinist at USS KITTY HAWK (CVA-63 ) I was working at Shakey's Pizza We (locals) really appreciate the US military in Olongapo because it helped us financially and feel us safe and everybody just having a good life, good memories. I'm a Nurse now and living here in Las Vegas just like Olongapo City here in Vegas, everybody's nice and just having a good time , hopefully US Military will stay in Subic forever.

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

i ate at that shakey's in 1981, i was a Seabee station Ditto

@Hotdogbruh 8 ай бұрын

Why are there so many Filipino nurses?

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

@@Hotdogbruh Ive been to manila and I know they have excellent schools there, also they are caring people.

@raynav3217 8 ай бұрын

@@Hotdogbruhit’s a rewarding job

@cayezara8110 9 ай бұрын

The late President Ferdinand Edralin Marcos Sr. was correct when he said that the US can’t find a replacement for the Subic Bay. He was absolutely correct! The Subic Bay is the most strategic location in Indo-Pacific region.

@Doland-hw8qk 9 ай бұрын

Marcos was correct but still he is the Guinness book of world records biggest thief in a single country

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@dennis.teevee 9 ай бұрын

and he pocketed all the rent money 🤑💰 what a kleptocrat 🤦🤦‍♂️☠️💀

@itch4travel 9 ай бұрын

@@dennis.teevee RENT MONEY? VERIFIABLE EVIDENCES PLEASE. NO EVIDENCE = KWENTONG BARBERO.

@CurryFishead 9 ай бұрын

Sinabi ba nya yun? May Resibo? can u give us a link? LOL!!

@sledshed3488 9 ай бұрын

Subic Bay was our second home back in my days on the USS Midway. One of the most awesome places anywhere.

@PacificReport 9 ай бұрын

@sledshed3488, it's incredible to hear from those who have personal connections with Subic Bay, like you from your time on the USS Midway. Your perspective adds a unique layer to the history and importance of Subic Bay. Thank you for sharing your memories and for your service. We truly value and appreciate it."

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

If you didnt get away from Olongapo and explore the islands, you didnt see the great parts of the PI

@sledshed3488 7 ай бұрын

@@edcrayzys3853 agreed! One of my best Filipino friends was a fisherman with his own bonka boat. We explored Subic Bay and went spear fishing. The most beautiful parts of the Philippine islands are underwater.

@brensgelo 9 ай бұрын

I am an ordinary Filipino and I am always proud to be. And if I was bullied by a bigger peer, I will definitely tap my Big brother to stand by my side. Thank you America for being there to defend our rights against the aggressor. 🇵🇭🇺🇲

@TravisBicknel 9 ай бұрын

You country is embarrassing. You don't have jet fighters, war ships, submarines. You can't defend yourself and your proud to be a Filipino?

@chillcat7565 8 ай бұрын

putek cringe

@suntzu- 8 ай бұрын

You think the american is your big brother? Well, you can ask that to more than 1 million filipino who died during the fil american war in 1899. The father of general macarthur has commit many atrocity during those times. Crab mentality.

@thomasodetinape4180 8 ай бұрын

@@suntzu-grandpa Marcos was a jap collaborator that killed his own countrymen. Then his son robbed you into oblivion now the grandson is president and worth over 3.5 billion US. Google on it if you still in denial. Duturete took 15 billion US from china and refused to defend its own territory. You kicked your big brother out in 1991. Defend your own country. Your corrupt president can pay for it.

@user-wz5mq7eh7v 8 ай бұрын

@@suntzu- Lol! You don't know the history of Philippines and America. America purchased Philippines from Spain through Money and from Japan through Blood. The testament is in BGC the American and Filipino cemetery. Chinese troll!

@papamauo23 8 ай бұрын

Thanks PBBM for beung a good leader of our country and looking for the good welfare of the Filipino people.. May God bless the Philippines..🙏🙏🙏

@lcc-1974 9 ай бұрын

Dapat gawin na lang na 51st state ng US ang Pinas. Payag ba kayo? Ang alam ko lang na di papayag yung mga pulitikong corrupt.

@steigerph 2 ай бұрын

Impossible, ayaw din ng US na maging part tayo, kaya nga nag gakaroon ng Philippine Independence Act nung early 1930s

@angelg2638 2 ай бұрын

@@steigerphNuon yun. One hundred yrs ago na. Today, the PHI would be a big economic asset to America. US population is declining. Hence, they are opening the borders. Would Americans prefer to have unvetted, possibly violent South American gangsters? Or hard working, pro-American Filipinos as new immigrants?

@whiskeytangofoxtrot2324 9 ай бұрын

Subic Bay will always remain as the best logistical support hub for our allies. Those who voted against it remaining way back then resulted in the absence of a protector of our territory and the beginning of China's intrusion into disputed areas wherein they weren't able to do before.

@MrDolfo1 9 ай бұрын

The Philippines will be destroyed worse than Ukraine. defensive or offensive the same thing explosion all over the place Pbbm is bullshit. he is a puppet president of the USA.

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@net-flix 9 ай бұрын

Senate: Aquilino Pimentel Jr., Franklin Drilon, Sergio Osmeña III, Raul Roco, Miriam Defensor Santiago, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, and Neptali Gonzales House of Representatives: Rolando Andaya, Jr., Jose de Venecia Jr., Eduardo Cojuangco Jr., Jose Lina Jr., and Lorenzo Tañada III

@baldeagledelta3482 9 ай бұрын

Why do you want a foreign power to reside militarily in our own country? Have you no shame and dignity? Instead of doing that we should strengthen our military capabilities. Oh yeah right….. for many years if anyone will recall the USA has been impeding the growth and development of our armed forces. That of course will end up with dependence on US military presence which led to where we are now. Don’t tell me it isn’t true? 😂😂😂😂

@net-flix 9 ай бұрын

@@baldeagledelta3482 I am sure you are a chinese troll but you can ask the same questions to the other 85 countries who host US military bases. These countries include Japan, S.Korea, Germany and Spain. You are just mad that you cannot do anything drastic unless you want a beating.

@napoleonraroque3210 9 ай бұрын

Our people and country is very much happy in welcoming the return of US armed forces in Subic Naval base feel at home then our friends

@estelitamartin6793 9 ай бұрын

Country men, please be grateful that US is back, more stability, security and more jobs for our citizens.

@j.r00n14 9 ай бұрын

I love your country estelitamartin, love the fact you took control of your own future, china is big, unfortunately no contest, remember this, I believe another time, you'll have full control of your country, without outside interference

@baldeagledelta3482 9 ай бұрын

Why should you be grateful?? So far all the US did were pure rhetorics. Where was it that they defended Ph against Chinese aggression especially now? No actions done but all non-stop press cons only. And they get free rent on their military bases which are actually magnets for nuclear first strikes in case of war. Thankful?? You are greatly delusional and misinformed. 😂😂😂😂

@thomasodetinape4180 8 ай бұрын

We ain't back

@marinadoblicara4521 7 ай бұрын

Very grateful

@fredmariano1227 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for reopening Subic Bay.

@asksieh9719 9 ай бұрын

They should have never left. Nevertheless, it's the best and wise decision for the Philippine government to bring them back.

@pakialaalamera4753 9 ай бұрын

They left and came back, pero may na-feel ba ang mga Pilipino na pakinabang sa pagbabalik ng US sa Philippines. May nabago ba sa attitudes and behavior ng China sa garapalang pag-angkin nila sa WPS at EEZ ng Philippines? Huwag magpaloko sa mga press release na tila may positive effect or pakinabang ang Philippines sa pagbalik ng US. Ang sukatan nito ay may nabago ba sa ginagawa ng China ng pag-angkin at pagbabawal sa mga Filipino fishermen na gustong mangisda sa loob mismo ng teritoryo ng Philippines? Napalayas ba ng mga US warships ang mga Chinses fishing vessels na garapalang nangingisda sa loob ng EEZ ng Philippines at naninira ng mga coral reefs sa lugar na ito?

@insectslayer1374 9 ай бұрын

@@pakialaalamera4753 **TLDR:* We're fighting a war of nerves. Whoever shoots first loses. Nandyan ang mga amerikano para tumulong kapag nagpaputok na ang China sa atin. Trabaho ng Philippine coast guard and navy yang tinutukoy mo. Mas tumatapang na ang coast guard kasi alam nila na alam ng mga intsek kung anong mangyayari sa kanila kapag nanguna na silang magpaputok dahil napakalapit na ng mga amerikano sa kanila. Kita mong eroplano palang na walang armas basta amerikano nagpapanic na sila. Yung coast guard nga naman ang nagmamaneobra dahil gusto ng mga intsek na tayo ang unang magpaputok para tayo ang magmukhang naghahanap ng gulo kaya tignan mo ang ginagawa nila ngayon- nanghaharang ng barko para magmukhang sila ang binangga kapag hindi pumreno ang coast guard natin. Nawawalan na sila ngayon ng pasensya kasi hindi na gumagana ang taktika nila lalo na't umaaligid na doon yung mga eroplano ng mga amerikano. Tayo ang babawi niyan, hindi yung mga Kano, pero mas maigi na kapag tayo ang unang gumalaw ay matibay na ang ekonomiya natin at malakas na ang militar. Face it, hindi natin kaya mag-isa

@Takumaks 9 ай бұрын

@@insectslayer1374mouthpiece ng china yan halatado.....certified dds-kulangot or ddshit na makapili...modern age traitor tulad ni mao- uten padilla.

@pakialaalamera4753 9 ай бұрын

@@insectslayer1374 What firing the first shot are you talking about? Nananagiinip ka sa sinasabi mong firing the fist shot lose. China is using its big vessels and water hoses without firing a shot to prevent the Filipino fishermen from fishing or any Philippine vessel in the Philippines EEZ . China without firing a shot becomes the de facto owner of the Philippines EEZ. HIndi nga ma-utilize ng Philippine govt ang mga US warships para man lang harangin or gumawa ng blockade sa WPS para hindi makapasok ang mga Chinese fishing vessels dito. Mauutusan ba or nag-request man lang ba si PBBM na tumulong ang US navy para masawata ang intrusions ng Chinese vessels sa Philippine territory. China will invade the Philippines without firing a shot and the US Navy will just watch China do it. So ano pakinabang sa US Navy? Yung event na magkaputukan? Sa pinpakitang behaviour ng US sa problema ng Philippines against China, tila hindi maasahan ang US sa giyera ng Philippines against China if ever. Nasa Philippines ang US Navy para protektahan ang Taiwan hindi ang Philippines.

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@zzzzzsleeping 9 ай бұрын

The United States currently has 9 access to the Philippine bases, However, about 3 weeks ago the Pacific commander of the U.S. indo pacific command Admiral John Aquilino, was seeking 60 bases (yes you hear it, 60 bases, this is not a misprint) in the Philippines (to be added in the EDCA site) which on the table right now as we speaks. It will be ratified be approved by the Philippine Senate and the executive power (Pres. Marcos) They are building a port and base in Basco Island (Batanes) which is 100 miles away from Taiwan (about the same distance from Miami to Cuba) To choke the Chinese at the Bashi channel (first inline island chain).

@rodgeronimo6557 9 ай бұрын

Sixty is a bit ridiculous. How about just 59?😂

@shounnc 9 ай бұрын

are they collecting gold?

@donniebrasco99 9 ай бұрын

Where'd you get that number? 60 bases is ridiculous. The US doesnt need that many bases. It would even be impractical.

@norlysta.mariadelossantos7706 9 ай бұрын

Fake news ng mga anti u.s N.P.A 😂

@zzzzzsleeping 9 ай бұрын

@donniebrasco99 Google this and read Indo-pacifi commander: US military to seek access to more Philippine bases. As we speak, They are building a port and base in Basco Island (Batanes) which is 100 miles away from Taiwan (about the same distance from Miami to Cuba) To choke the Chinese at the Bashi channel (first inline island chain).

@zeniehudson7098 9 ай бұрын

Excellent move!

@garycourtier4668 7 ай бұрын

Subic Bay falling into the hands of China would have spelled disaster for the Philippines and the entire Indo-Pacific region. In addition to its significance as the major naval base in Southeast Asia, Subic is strategically critical to protecting international shipping lanes. This was a move that had to be done for both the economic and national security interests of the Philippines, US, and allies in the region.

@GUIDO-MERZ 7 ай бұрын

China want it there doof for export because the some Pilipino politician greedy of money and thier dirty games..

@nomadicgrandpaws2259 9 ай бұрын

The closure of the US Naval base at Subic bay created a vacuum in the South China Seas. Which China didn’t take time to take advantage of. Now the challenge is how to keep Subic Bay out of China’s hands.

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@ramondanas7566 8 ай бұрын

the ramos and aquino legacy. the greatest mistep that happened in the history of this God forsakened country

@litocampos3224 8 ай бұрын

I am FilAm living in California and I’m so happy that my TAX DOLLAR is at work to help my born country the Philippines 🇵🇭. Pres. Biden is so committed to protect the Philippines ‘IRON CLAD’ when it’s needed. Sadly, come to learn that some PHILIPPINE Officials nor Politicians are SIDING CHINA instead of supposedly all the Filipinos should be hand in hand and FACE the common enemy…. BUT IT’S NOT. What a SHAME that we are NOT ONE . On the other hand, I’m PROUD to be naturalized American citizen that my adopted country is standing by the MUTUAL DEFENSE TREATY signed by both countries in 1951. Can you imagine if we never had this agreement with America…..we should had been a PROVINCE OF CHINA long time ago. What I’m saying is, how SOFT these Filipino politicians that they can be bought and sacrificed their country for their own interests. It is so UNFILIPINO!

@Johnny-ql2vd 8 ай бұрын

Our Family was stationed at Clark ( USAF) in the early 70’s . Best chapter in my life as a young’un. Was back in the P.I. last year for 3 months. Intend on relocating March/April on a more permanent basis . Peace/Cheers

@joelquitalig3725 8 ай бұрын

sa lahat ng video nya eto ang pinaka madaming views 😊 proud to be pinoy

@ExtraRice.101 9 ай бұрын

Just imagine if these bases are still in Philippines. Aside from the rent from the bases, there is also no need to worry about acquiring those expensive equipment for the armed forces. International security will be taken care of by the US. Philippines armed forces can just offer support and worry about local security. As for the moral implications in keeping the bases, rules can be rethink and adjusted. A more strict execution of the rules can be negotiated with the US government. Everything will just be on how much the Philippine government can be strict in implementing and executing the rules.

@myrnamorales5683 9 ай бұрын

When I was young as Filipina Douglas McArthur was as foreigner hero every single Filipinos knew the slogan I SHALL RETURN 😊😊😊😊I thank God if it will continue again

@bosskotlit 8 ай бұрын

Thank you...America.. True Friend...

@commentswithtim5686 8 ай бұрын

My wife is from Hermosa and growing up visited Subic Bay All the time. It's good to see US military going back there. It'll be great for olongapo and Bataan

@marinadoblicara4521 7 ай бұрын

Thank you brothers welcome back!

@anthonycastro9110 9 ай бұрын

Thank you America!

@ramonflorentino5579 8 ай бұрын

magandang balita yan pag natuloy.

@dougcreer161 9 ай бұрын

Just a great video, I served at Subic Bay in the early 70s with the US Navy. I presenty own several homes 30 minutes north of Subic for the 17 years and know the history of the area extremely well!!

@PacificReport 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your kind feedback, and we are glad that you liked the video.

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@GametoryBoy 9 ай бұрын

Good Report.... Keep It up...

@lillycookie9993 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much america for helping the philippines .

@tab529 9 ай бұрын

I have the opportunity to work in Subic Naval Base and Clark Air Base in mid 1980's for quite number of projects when I was with PNCC as an Engineer.The basrd are really large almost size of one town.

@larrywiggin3489 8 ай бұрын

Subic Bay was the second port that westpac carriers usually hit in the early 60’s, I was attached to VAH-4, made 2 deployments on the USS Oriskany, deployment’s first stops was Hawaii , second was Subic bay, NAS Cubi pt, I was tad to Cubi a couple of times, it was nice to get off the boat occasionally, I remember going into PO city with clean whites, retuning to NAS Cubi the whites were red from the knee down, the food at NAS Cubi PT was outstanding, and the squadron usually had beach party’s when the Big O pulled into Subic!

@chrisneehler2287 8 ай бұрын

I got engaged there in early 23. A ton of activities there. Lots of history too. It's good we can maintain a good working relationship there again.

@MarloRoseteamlog-zx4vr 9 ай бұрын

I'm from subic and used to play in some folk houses nearby subic naval base main gate,we also perform at subic officers club,I missed those moments playing songs of James Taylor,Jim croce,CSNY,John denver,Don McLean,cat Steven,they like those songs much,some our Americans friends also gaving as some materials for music,

@romanagutijer6345 9 ай бұрын

Good job Philippines Willing as our permanent unlimited time of stay in our country

@rmalunan1 9 ай бұрын

This video is historically accurate, enriched by lessons learned for better governance and national security management in these perilous times characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity in the Indo-Pacific region.

@donarmstrong2182 9 ай бұрын

I would disagree, the closing of the bases was not because of those protests, the protests were highlighted to justify the doubling of the rent, USA just said no and left. The Philippines government ended up with egg on their face when the volcano went off, and USA left early because of it. The Philippines government destroyed a unnatural upper middle class in Angeles and Olongapo. Filipino workers making USA pay scale lost their jobs, lots of them. The idiot protesters in Manila didn't care, but the government did, the president at the time was very disappointed. She realized her mistake , 2 empty bases full of ash, billions in salary and rent lost, and a military of her own unprepared for any mission.

@curtisake7431 8 ай бұрын

@@donarmstrong2182 Philippine Senators were the ones who voted for the US to leave. When the bases were there, Filipinos were paid in USD. Unlike companies from Korea and other countries who set up shop as the US pullout, they cheated the locals by paying them local pesos.

@donarmstrong2182 8 ай бұрын

@@curtisake7431 oh, I did not mean to imply it was all the USA decision to leave, the Filipinos did vote them out AT THE CURRENT RENT, the USA could have stayed if they paid up. The Filipinos never dreamed the USA would hold out based on money. The USA was in a base closing mood at that time, remember BRAC, the DOD could not justify the cost of Olongapo and Clark, with Japan and south Korean bases being so costly. The navy was closing big bases in the USA, like Pease AFB and Philidelphia shipyard. Of course china was no threat in 1990.

@curtisake7431 8 ай бұрын

@@donarmstrong2182 I totally agree. I think with the volcano blowing up certainly didn't help either. I was stationed at Subic with the Marines from 1986 to 1989. I have very fond memories of my time there. I lived in the Philippines from 2012 to 2016. Of that time, in Olongapo from 2013 to 2014. I have a very special place in my heart for Filipinos.

@kabysummit5801 8 ай бұрын

I have to ask myself. If the US is in the Philippines to help the Filipinos, why is the Philippines so poor? so many in poverty? I think US is there to protect its own interests, including blocking Chinese ships and starting wars.

@James-ov9rh 8 ай бұрын

America has every right to serve and protect Philippines

@alexhermoso4492 9 ай бұрын

It's just sad that the Spanish Gate in Subic Bay is not well preserved. There should be a park behind it and a museum of the rich history of Spanish-American war, Filipino-American war & Philippine-Japanese war.

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

i seen a video the other day and it looked like the cleaned it up

@HenriHattar 9 ай бұрын

Subic Bay? Have YOU been there? I have....it's not that good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@holiday536 9 ай бұрын

Welcome back!

@ronsandefur9788 Ай бұрын

I had some good time in Subic, 1984, 1986. Our favorite Bar was Midnight Rambler. The dance clubs down town were fun too !

@eddagamat4329 9 ай бұрын

Whole Heartedly welcome back U.S.Military to Olongapo City.Formerly U.S.NAVAL BASE .❤️❤️❤️

@DonDonAgguran-nk7lu 26 күн бұрын

Thank you

@jimmysoriano6602 3 ай бұрын

Thank u big brother 🙏💕🇵🇭🇺🇸

@SABONGPhilippines07 9 ай бұрын

When you realize that SUBIC BAY 😂😂😂 (zambales city) is almost same size of SINGAPORE (NATION)😂😂😂😂 😜

@ericsonvillanueva9363 9 ай бұрын

great news keep it up❤❤❤

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@PacificReport 9 ай бұрын

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@KeithSpinneyMusic 9 ай бұрын

I love Subic Bay. Great place to vacation. Or was. I haven't been there in about 20 years.

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

google earth magsaysay drive, only thing still there is the uso club, and thats a good thing.

@terryr.1243 4 ай бұрын

For 3+ years onboard the USS MIDWAY (CV41), Subic Bay was home away from home (Yokosuka, Japan) , ...AWAY-FROM-HOME (Subic Bay/Barrio Barretto). I spent so much time there, living with my girlfriend, I learned so much Tagalog and rarely missed being in America. DAMN I MISS THAT PLACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@yamescano9767 9 ай бұрын

Thank you USA for helping us all the time and protecting us. ❤

@Miko36019 Ай бұрын

Born in Subuc Naval Base area back in the 1964 I've seen the USS Kitty hawk USS Nimitz USS Ford USS Reagan . My grandfather was a Naval engineer he worked on Naval aircraft with other US Navy

@dave-d-grunt 9 ай бұрын

You old Subic hands, I’m one, it’ll never be like it was before how we remember it. In and out 1974-77. Permanent personnel 1977-81. I’m still connected with people there. I was last there in 2019.

@TheMilpitasguy 9 ай бұрын

Only few deep water ports can be used by US ships. Subic Bay (PH) and Cam Ranh Bay (in Vietnam) are among them. I think there was a $1-B plan to dredge Guam as a deep water port to replace Subic but this plan was abandoned. Hopefully, Subic can be returned to the US Navy. That will open up another base from which to interdict a PLA invasion of Taiwan.

@Ilaya593 9 ай бұрын

Why are you showing a lot of pics of Pearl Harbor? I thought this video was about Subic Bay?

@kauai5839 9 ай бұрын

I just was thinking about that too.🤔🤙🏼

@Kory.Z 7 ай бұрын

A friend indeed, welcome back to subic ❤

@Goryglory0209 9 ай бұрын

Salute

@thegodfather7927 9 ай бұрын

Like Gen McArthur said. “ We love the Filipinos, we go back and protect them “

@antientdude1100 5 ай бұрын

The general never said that.

@thegodfather7927 5 ай бұрын

@@antientdude1100 : Yes, That when they signed the US - PHIL Mutual Defense Treaty in 1951 to protect the Philippines 🇵🇭 till now that treaty agreement still stands

@albertteng1191 7 ай бұрын

Subic bay these days is a weekend getaway for us locals. Place has good beaches, nightlife, and of course duty free shopping hehehe. And with the new high speed hiway built that connects subic all the way to manila, subic is just a 1.5 hours drive.

@melvinleppla6782 9 ай бұрын

People need to understand that the highly trained workforce disappeared when the corrupt politicians threw their hat in with South Korea. And kicked the US out. Well south Korea is no more. They have left. It is going to take decades to get that level of skill from the shipyard workers.

@rainieresguerra6519 9 ай бұрын

Excellent report.

@moonflower8607 9 ай бұрын

There are about 23 U.S. bases in Japan. And the largest around the world is the Kadena in Okinawa. Philippines has none! We only have the VFA. In my opinion, we need the presence of a strong allied force to protect our interest. It gives us the security we need. It gives foreign investors the feeling of security, too. The reason foreign investors left the Philippines after the late Marcos administration was ousted from power a few years ago was the lack of a strong military presence and that made it seem like the security of their investments is also compromised!

@suntzu- 8 ай бұрын

The u.s. is protecting thier interest not the filipinos.

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

i spent 15 months in Okinawa as a seabee at camp shields, this island is fully stocked with US personnel

@moonflower8607 8 ай бұрын

@@suntzu- Obviously! Scratch my back and I'll scratch yours. As much as they're protecting their interest which is an open secret, we are also protecting ours! It's like hiring a security to guard our home from an imminent outside threat! What's wrong with that?

@dj3352 8 ай бұрын

@@suntzu-And it's the USA shooting water cannon at your fisherman and Coast Guard? And it's the USA claiming your territory in the West Philippine Sea?

@user-yq4nv6sf3h 8 ай бұрын

You're right. Investors left the Philippines after Marcos Sr was ousted.

@bertimus7031 9 ай бұрын

Do not call it the S. China sea, call it the west Philippine sea.

@stuka80 9 ай бұрын

you're obsessing over the stupidest things

@bellavalenzuela5159 9 ай бұрын

Born & raised in Subic Bay !!!!

@SBArrow310 9 ай бұрын

Interesting video but quite a few times there are clips showing the U.S. Navy base at Pearl Harbor, not Subic Bay.

@bruneilange4161 9 ай бұрын

China will have to face the most strongest allies of Asia Japan, South Korea,Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia.

@jonpeters9148 9 ай бұрын

you can forget thais,its a military gov that looks to china as their future model on power.

@francissantos7448 8 ай бұрын

That's a very astute observation. China foreign policy is to create adversaries not friends. Attract customers but no allies.

@rjelruiz5867 8 ай бұрын

As a Filipino, I am definitely surprised by how Western-leaning Marcos Jr actually is, despite his campaign promise to continue the previous admin's growing friendship (subservience, really) towards China. It turns out he is far more assertive than Duterte. And I am all for it.

@edcrayzys3853 8 ай бұрын

in this regards he is like his father

@rafaelarellano5616 8 ай бұрын

what? only now,? what took it so long! but better late than never...welcome back🇵🇭🇺🇸

@arthurleino 8 ай бұрын

1972 first time there. USS Saratoga , then on USS Midway 1981-83. 1987-89. 89 Stationed there until 92.

@dustybluemoon 7 ай бұрын

Thank you america

@thanemlesstrue-arrow5724 8 ай бұрын

Just a quick correction. Subic Bay wasn't discovered by the Spanish, as there were already people living there.

@phighlands5547 9 ай бұрын

Yes

@douglasthorp7471 9 ай бұрын

Yes i was there on USS Parson DDG,33 and USS Midway and DDG 13 Hoel. I got married and remember so much about it. 😊

@PaulSchmalz 9 ай бұрын

78-79 West Pac . Very vital to the entire region.

@junsib 9 ай бұрын

Too much nationalistic emotion and ideas blinded our politicians and drove away the US from Subic and Clark and left about 80,000 unemployed Filipinos. Hopefully that will be restored if The Philippine government will correct those mistakes.

@craigkdillon 9 ай бұрын

I was hoping for details on what the US will be building there, and what will be done with the sections of the port that were given over to commercial shipping. I also would like to see how the multiple bases the US will have in the PH will work.

@rickmitchell7835 9 ай бұрын

The Hyundai Heavy Industries shipyard located across from Cubi Pt. will be the new SRF.

@DJPALAKANGGALA-zi7nr 9 ай бұрын

@patclemor5216 8 ай бұрын

That is a good decision subic bay of the united State military base must return for our security

@antientdude1100 5 ай бұрын

I spent 10 days resting in the freeport zone.... Very quiet and plenty of places to chill out. Just don't expect american style meals..

@frankkluz9787 8 ай бұрын

''Bitter with the sweet'' - seems to be the best way to describe the effect the US presence there has been for the Filipino people. Given nothing is ever perfect the tradeoffs seem necessary for the security of the native people who live there ? As long as any threats persist I expect the cooperation to continue for the foreseeable future.

@johnnyg7899 9 ай бұрын

I wonder if this means that American retirees can get jobs in those bases.

@allanbeltran4868 9 ай бұрын

thumbs up....

@olddog103 8 ай бұрын

The ENTIRE FREE WORLD NEEDS SUBÍC AND CUBI POINT,, BROUGHT BACK TO BIGGER AND BETTER,

@valmikiramani580 8 ай бұрын

The US should also reopen the Base in GUYANA called Atkinson, when it was British Guiana, to have a strategic military stationed to protect American and Guyan interests in the oil fields in the country.

@elusasaintpierre4073 8 ай бұрын

That would be a very good news. An advantage to defense against Chinese dominance in the region and it will be an added revenues to subic and help boast productivity to other nearby provinces.

@fcf777 9 ай бұрын

Let’s hope that the US military have better controls this time around on their personnel so that there will be no basis for communist anti-Americans to complain about abuses.

@marinadoblicara4521 7 ай бұрын

Subic naval base is the most important strategic port in Far East.

@molganherrera5813 2 ай бұрын

I was once station there in the early 80. At Cubi point, which consisted with two Naval Bases. Subic bay and Cubi point. An yes it's one of the most important vital Bases in the Pacific region. I love the Philippine people very much ❤️. They are so similar in many ways to the Hispanic culture. God blessed the People of the Philippines 🇵🇭 in Jesus Christ name Amen 🙏 ❤❤❤.

@lillycookie9993 9 ай бұрын

China doesnt have the rights to tell us what to do with edca and philippines waters

@markcorbett9916 9 ай бұрын

It’s interesting that they keep showing photos of Pearl Harbor and Guam when they are talking about Subic Bay.

@exposed231 9 ай бұрын

For representation only but there should be a disclaimer in the first video tho

@user-gb2zh2dc1h 9 ай бұрын

Mabuhay uncle Sam please build a base in spratly island 🏝️🏖️ n to sulu sea please uncle Sam to protect the fisherman

@remoromolo8703 8 ай бұрын

hope to see subic back just like before🙏

@rommelrevilla4477 9 ай бұрын

Please check your video some video of the base is not subic but pearl harbor there is no big island in the middle of subic a bit confusing

@user-jy4ur9zs5d 8 ай бұрын

We’re glad to hear if US Base will be going back in the Philippines coz most Filipinos have long dream that the Base will be coming back! WE really don’t wan’t china for occupying our spratly Islands and along Zambalez Province AND MANY PARTS OF THE COUNTRY !