UnJapanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (L) and Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. Abe has sought to strengthen ties with the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries as a counter-balance to Beijing. Photo: Kyodo
Duterte on Japan visit says US to remain Philippines’ sole military ally after his pivot to China
The Philippine president softened his remarks about a ‘separation’ from long-time ally United States made during a trip last week to China
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Rodrigo Duterte
UnJapanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (L) and Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. Abe has sought to strengthen ties with the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries as a counter-balance to Beijing. Photo: Kyodo