The Philippines and Japan eye closer cooperation with US to collaborate towards 'realising a free and open Indo-Pacific'. Read more at straitstimes.com.
MANILA – The Philippines and Japan on Thursday signed a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief agreement, which could serve as a precursor to joint military exercises as tensions mount over China’s growing influence in Asia.
“The President and I welcome the signing of the TOR concerning the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief activities of the Japan Self-Defence Forces and agreed to continue exploring a framework to strengthen and facilitate such activities as joint exercises,” said Mr Kishida. Mr Kishida said they also plan to strengthen cooperation between Japan, the United States and the Philippines, aiming to collaborate towards “realising a free and open Indo-Pacific”.
The BRP Teresa Magbanua, one of the Philippines’ largest vessels patrolling the disputed waters, was donated by Japan. “When you think about the stability in the region and sea lanes, and deterrence to China’s maritime assertiveness, deepening cooperation with the Philippines is crucial for the security of Japan and the United States,” he said.
Mr Marcos has been striking a diplomatic balancing act between forging stronger security ties with military allies like Japan and US, while also fostering deeper economic relations with China.
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