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The US plans to strengthen the Philippines' military capabilities and increase joint military drills, as reported by Taipei Times. Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro anticipates receiving consistent annual defense funding of $500 million from the US through 2029. This aims to counter China's aggressive actions in the region. The Philippines is relying on US support as it seeks to challenge China's territorial claims in regional waters.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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