Philippines and U.S. sign intelligence-sharing pact to deepen defense ties

Move comes amid growing geopolitical tensions in areas like the South China Sea

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A Philippine flag flutters on a ferry in Manila Bay in 2018, with a U.S. aircraft carrier in the background. © Reuters

MANILA (Reuters) -- The Philippines and the United States signed a military intelligence-sharing deal on Monday, deepening defence ties between the two nations facing common security challenges in the region.

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin signed the agreement with his Philippine counterpart, Gilberto Teodoro, at Manila's military headquarters where they also broke ground for a coordination center that will facilitate collaboration between their armed forces.

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