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As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?

As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?
South China Morning Post Monday 10 August 2026, 10:34 UTC By Jeoffrey Maitem 1 min read
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The Philippines and the United States are marking the 75th anniversary of their defence alliance with a renewed pledge to step up joint drills as geopolitical tensions in the region continue to simmer. While the allies are moving towards more frequent planning for maritime security cooperation and deterrence, there are still questions about Washington’s long-term commitment towards the security of the Philippines and the broader region, according to analysts. At an annual meeting to...

The Philippines and the United States are marking the 75th anniversary of their defence alliance with a renewed pledge to step up joint drills as geopolitical tensions in the region continue to simmer. While the allies are moving towards more frequent planning for maritime security cooperation and deterrence, there are still questions about Washington’s long-term commitment towards the security of the Philippines and the broader region, according to analysts. At an annual meeting to strengthen...
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