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DFA: PH may not allow US to use Edca sites for military involvement in Taiwan
The Philippine government's consent is required if the United States plans to utilize Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites in the Philippines for operations targeting other nations, according to Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo.
Manalo clarified during a Senate hearing that the Philippines would not agree to any kind of activity or materials not consistent with the main purposes of the EDCA, particularly concerning potential military involvement in Taiwan.
Senator Imee Marcos had inquired about the potential use of EDCA sites for US operations concerning Taiwan, citing the US National Defense Authorization Act of 2023.
The US legislation authorizes up to $10 billion in security assistance over five years to bolster Taiwan's defense capabilities amid increasing pressure from China.
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