HONOLULU -- U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Philippine counterpart Jose Faustino agreed Thursday to step up their defense cooperation, as Washington seeks to better position itself for a potential Taiwan conflict.
International relations
U.S., Philippines pivot to closer defense ties with eye on Taiwan
Defense chiefs Austin and Faustino discuss maritime security, intel sharing
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Philippine counterpart Jose Faustino speak to reporters about plans to enhance defense cooperation. (Photo by Ryo Nakamura)
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