The drills come on the heels of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s decision last month to expand the US’ access to his country’s military bases. Photo: Reuters
The drills come on the heels of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s decision last month to expand the US’ access to his country’s military bases. Photo: Reuters
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Philippines, US kick off joint drills amid China concerns

  • The drills come on the heels of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ’s decision last month to expand the US’ access to his country’s military bases
  • Over 3,000 Filipino and US soldiers will participate in the three-week exercise with most activities to be held at Fort Magsaysay, the Philippines’ largest military camp

Reuters
Reuters

Updated: 8:01pm, 13 Mar, 2023

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The drills come on the heels of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s decision last month to expand the US’ access to his country’s military bases. Photo: Reuters
The drills come on the heels of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s decision last month to expand the US’ access to his country’s military bases. Photo: Reuters
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