US military aid to PH exempt from aid freeze
Philippine Ambassador to Washington Jose Manuel "Babe" Romualdez announced on Tuesday, Feb. 25, that the United States military aid to the Philippines is exempt from the global aid freeze ordered by President Donald Trump.
Ambassador Romualdez expressed optimism about continued health and education assistance from the US, emphasizing its importance in America's soft power influence.
Romualdez noted that Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the US commitment to these programs during his meeting with DFA Secretary Enrique Manalo on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
The ambassador highlighted the Philippines' status as a close partner and ally, noting that the US is likely to continue its development assistance after auditing it.
At least USD336 million in security aid was granted a waiver by the Trump administration, according to DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza.
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