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Philippines and Japan deepen defense ties, expanding joint military exercises

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The Philippines is enhancing its defense strategy by deepening security cooperation with Japan, signaling a broader focus beyond territorial waters. This shift includes expanding joint military exercises, known as Balikatan, to potentially include areas outside the South China Sea. Defense officials have identified the Diaoyu Islands as a significant concern, indicating a strategic alignment with Japan on regional security issues. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Raissa Robles ·

    Philippines shifts defence strategy with Japan, eyes wider security focus

    The recently concluded Balikatan joint drills have marked a shift in the Philippines’ defence strategy alongside Japan, with Tokyo offering the transfer of warships to its Southeast Asian ally, while a top Filipino official for the first time voiced “serious concern” over islands…

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