Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement

Also known as EDCA

The Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) is a pact between the Philippines and the United States that allows for joint military exercises, prepositioning of equipment, and disaster relief efforts. It has been instrumental in recent flood relief operations, with US aircraft aiding in the delivery of supplies to affected areas. The agreement also supports broader defense initiatives like establishing an ammunition plant in Subic Bay to boost both nations' defense capabilities.

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Last updated at July 31, 2025.

Recent stories about EDCA

US aircraft aiding PH in cyclone relief, delivering supplies to affected areas

US military aircraft, including CV-22 Osprey planes and MC-130J Hercules transport aircraft, are aiding the Philippine government in delivering aid to communities affected by recent tropical cyclones and habagat.
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US, PH discuss establishing ammo plant in Subic Bay to boost defense

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism during his first face-to-face meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House on Tuesday, July 22, about establishing an ammunition manufacturing facility in Subic Bay.
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AFP, US military use EDCA sites for flood relief

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro announced on Monday that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is coordinating with the United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) to use Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sites for relief efforts due to heavy rainfall and floods across the country.
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Philippines seeks US, Japan aid for flood rescue

The Philippines is seeking assistance from its allies, including the United States and Japan, for rescue operations following severe flooding and landslides caused by Severe Tropical Storm Crising and monsoon rains.
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DFA protests China's travel warning for Filipino students

The Department of Foreign Affairs has protested a travel warning issued by China's Ministry of Education on July 18 that advises Chinese students to exercise caution when studying in the Philippines due to security concerns.
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Enrile criticizes Duterte on maritime issues

Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile criticized former President Rodrigo Duterte's handling of maritime issues with China on State-run Radyo Pilipinas, stating that despite peaceful relations, Duterte failed to secure Philippine interests in the West Philippine Sea.
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US, Philippines top military leaders discuss joint exercises and EDCA sites

The top military leaders of the Philippines and the United States discussed military modernization activities and joint exercises during their first bilateral phone call on Wednesday.
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Teodoro optimistic on US-Philippines defense ties despite paused aid

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. remains optimistic about maintaining strong defense ties between the Philippines and the United States despite recent pauses in foreign assistance.
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PAF, PACAF inaugurate USD2.7M fuel storage facility in Cebu

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the US Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) inaugurated a new fuel storage facility at Brig. Gen. Benito N. Ebuen Air Base in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu on Thursday.
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DFA investigates Chinese for alleged espionage

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is taking seriously any indication of espionage operations by foreign nationals in the Philippines.
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