Philippines, US, Japan coast guards start milestone drills
The weeklong exercise is the first major security engagement involving the three countries since President Marcos’ visits to Tokyo in February and Washington in May.
The weeklong exercise is the first major security engagement involving the three countries since President Marcos’ visits to Tokyo in February and Washington in May.
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China has similar hotlines with other countries such as the United States, Japan and South Korea.
The drills come as China and the US ramp up military diplomacy in the region, staging more frequent war games with allies and partners.
It is the first publicly reported visit by a military official from China, a major ally and arms supplier of the junta, since the coup.
Four Philippine vessels and one each from the United States and Japan will participate in exercises designed to improve search and rescue collaboration and law enforcement.
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Aside from the G7 and Quad leaders, the European Union also renewed its support for the Philippines’ claims in the South China Sea.
Vietnam also demanded that the relevant Chinese agencies comply with the common perceptions of the high-level leadership of the two nations, as well as immediately end their…
He also said his administration aims to create an “enabling environment” that will help achieve the tangible socio-economic goals for the people.