US Senate delegation meets Filipino officials, reaffirms support for PH-U.S. alliance

A U.S. Senate delegation reaffirmed support for the Philippine-U.S. alliance during meetings with Filipino officials on Monday, April 14.

Senators John Peter Ricketts, Christopher Coons, and Theodore Paul Budd met Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo to discuss defense cooperation and economic security.

The delegation emphasized the importance of the Philippines as an Indo-Pacific ally and acknowledged Manila's resolve in resisting China’s aggression in the South China Sea.

Coons and Ricketts previously introduced a Senate resolution reaffirming U.S. commitment to defend the Philippines under the Mutual Defense Treaty.

Both senators pledged continued support for the Philippines' territorial sovereignty and security in the region, underscoring the alliance's significance amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson welcomed the delegation, highlighting the strength of US-Philippine relations and their commitment to security and economic prosperity.