Marcos welcomes Australian defense chief for alliance talks
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Richard Marles for a courtesy visit at Malacañang Palace on Wednesday.
Marcos emphasized the importance of strengthening alliances to counter China's increasing aggression in the West Philippine Sea.
During their meeting, both leaders discussed ways to enhance security and defense cooperation between the Philippines and Australia.
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