The #Philippines and #Japan Defense Pact goes into effect this coming September 11.
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An indirect message that the Philippines and Japan had enough of the "East China Sea" and "South China Sea" issues, and will start working closer together.
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AP News
Japan and the Philippines sign a defense pact in the face of shared alarm over China
The Philippines was under a brutal Japanese occupation in World War II but is now building an alliance with Tokyo as they face an increasingly asse...
AP News
Japan and the Philippines sign a defense pact in the face of shared alarm over China
The Philippines was under a brutal Japanese occupation in World War II but is now building an alliance with Tokyo as they face an increasingly asse...