Philippines eyes greater US military presence
- Published: 10 Dec 2012 at 22.46
- Online news: Asia
US and Philippine officials will meet this week to discuss expanding American presence in the Asian nation, a senior diplomat said, amid tensions with China over its claims to vast waters in the region.
US soldiers prepare communication equipment during a joint mock beachfront assault on the shore of Ulugan Bay on Palawan island on April 25. US and Philippine officials will meet this week to discuss expanding American presence in the Asian nation, a senior diplomat said, amid tensions with China over its claims to vast waters in the region.
The meetings in Manila on Tuesday and Wednesday will have a special focus on defence and regional matters, Philippine Assistant Secretary for US affairs Carlos Sorreta told reporters.
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