By Julian Ryall The Philippines is a ‘perfect ally’ for Japan as it plays an important geopolitical role in the South China Sea, analysts say. Source: As Japan and Philippines seek closer defence ties, could trilateral pact with US be next?
The United States has renewed a warning that it will defend its treaty ally if Filipino forces come under attack in the disputed South China Sea Source: US renews warning it’ll defend Philippines after China spat Category: International
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are expected to sign key agreements to boost their defense ties Thursday Source: Japan, Philippines to sign plans to boost defense ties Category: International