On Monday, the Philippines and the United States will sign an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense. This was announced by the Ministry of Defense of Manila.
During the official ceremony, a document will be signed that proposes closer military cooperation between the two countries. The agreement also presumes to strengthen partnerships on security issues in the region.
"This agreement reflects the readiness and common commitment to strengthening defense cooperation between the Philippines and the United States," noted a representative of the Ministry of Defense.
It is known that one of the main goals of the document is the joint fight against the threat of terrorism and ensuring peace and stability in the region. Analysts believe that this agreement will also contribute to strengthening ties between the Philippines and the USA in the military sphere.
