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Marcos: PH-US alliance contributes to stability in South China Sea, Indo-Pacific
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the alliance between the Philippines and the United States is crucial for maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea and the broader Indo-Pacific region.
During a meeting with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Marcos Jr. highlighted the decades-long partnership between Manila and Washington.
He expressed gratitude for the US's ongoing support in modernizing the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
Marcos Jr. emphasized that this alliance is a necessary response to the evolving geopolitical landscape and challenges faced by the Philippines in its region.
The President also conveyed the Philippines' eagerness to further strengthen its relationship with the United States.
He stressed the importance of continuous dialogue and the evolution of the alliance to adapt to changing circumstances.
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