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US boosting alliance with the Philippines with military funding and pact amid concern over China
A Philippine official says Washington officials in Manila for talks will announce $500 million in funding to boost Philippine defenses and progress in a proposed military intelligence-sharing pact.
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Washington’s top diplomat and defense chief will announce $500 million in military funding Tuesday to boost Philippine defenses and progress on a proposed military intelligence-sharing pact as both allies expect China’s agg... [4870 chars]