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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reaffirmed the U.S.'s long-term alliance with the Philippines during a visit to the Philippines' Western Command. Austin and his Philippine counterpart expressed concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea, stating that the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty would cover armed attacks in the region. Both nations have been embroiled in disputes over territorial claims in the South China Sea, sparking regional concerns.

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