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Philippines, US create joint task force vs South China Sea threats
The United States and the Philippines have established "Task Force Philippines" to enhance their joint response capabilities and re-establish deterrence in the South China Sea.
This initiative aims to decisively address any crisis or aggression in the strategic waterway.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Filipino counterpart Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. announced the task force after meeting in Kuala Lumpur on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit.
Both nations share concerns regarding China's coercive actions in the South China Sea and West Philippine Sea.
Specific details on how Task Force Philippines will operate, the assets to be utilized, and its commencement date remain undisclosed.
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