Australia and the Philippines signed a new defense pact Sunday, boosting military cooperation as the U.S. allies face a more assertive China in the Asia-Pacific region. The two nations signed the Defense Cooperation Agreement in a ceremony at an Australian naval vessel docked in Manila. The deal will enhance military infrastructure development and maritime awareness and information sharing, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said after the signing.“These activities will contribute to making our region more safe, more secure and more prosperous,” he said. “Together with the Philippines and our regional partners we are strengthening maritime resilience and security that helps underpin a peaceful, stable and prosperous region.”
Australia and Philippines upgrade defense ties with focus on China
The deal will enhance military infrastructure development and maritime awareness and information sharing.
In brief
Australia and the Philippines signed a new defense pact Sunday, boosting military cooperation as the U.S. allies face a more assertive China in the Asia-Pacific region. The two nations signed the Defense Cooperation Agreement in a ceremony at an Australian naval vessel docked in Manila. “Together with the Philippines and our regional partners we are strengthening maritime resilience and security that helps underpin a peaceful, stable and prosperous region.”
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