Philippines Seeks “Military Pact” With Japan, Eyes New Islands, China Says "Commitments Violated"

The Philippines is set to finalise an agreement with Japan that would permit the deployment of military soldiers in each other’s country, in the first quarter of 2024. The announcement was made by the Philippines' Secretary of National Defence Gilberto Teodoro on January 16. The move by the Philippines is seen as a concerted effort to fortify its ties with regional partners and allies like the US and Canada, to counter Beijing’s expanding aggression. This agreement is expected to streamline the procedures for Japan and the Philippines to deploy troops and equipment on each other’s soil. Watch the video to find out more.

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