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First US-Japan-Philippines summit to boost defense ties
The leaders of Japan and the Philippines will attend a historic trilateral summit in Washington this week to strengthen defense cooperation amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea.
The summit aims to enhance a trilateral partnership built on historical ties, strong economic relations, and a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Potential outcomes include upgrades to military command structures between the US and Japan, and joint coast guard patrols with the Philippines in disputed waters.
Discussions will also cover securing critical supplies like semiconductors and rare metals, addressing North Korea's aggressive actions, and the proposed Japanese acquisition of US Steel.
This meeting follows recent four-way military drills in the South China Sea, which have drawn criticism from China, with Beijing expressing opposition to exclusive blocs and regional confrontation.
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The Philippines, the United States, and Japan have pledged to uphold a free, open, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region during their first three-way summit in Washington D.C.
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House Speaker Martin Romualdez stated that the trilateral meeting between the US, Japan, and the Philippines signifies the country's vital role as a partner to these major powers.
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US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced a "new era" of strategic cooperation, focusing on enhanced security collaboration and joint projects.
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