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U.S. Defense Secretary underscores ironclad commitment to Philippines

MANILA — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Monday emphasised the United States’ unwavering commitment to its defense treaty ally the Philippines, after the two countries signed an intelligence-sharing agreement in Manila. The Philippines has expressed confidence the alliance will remain strong under incoming U.S. president Donald Trump. —Reporting by Karen Lema; Writing by Martin Petty; Editing by John MairThe post U.S. Defense Secretary underscores ironclad commitment to Philippines appeared first on Interaksyon.

MANILA — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Monday emphasised the United States’ unwavering commitment to its defense treaty ally the Philippines , after the two countries signed an intelligence-sharing agreement in Manila.

The Philippines has expressed confidence the alliance will remain strong under incoming U.S. president Donald Trump.

—Reporting by Karen Lema; Writing by Martin Petty; Editing by John Mair.