Manila, March 28, 2025 (AFP) - US, Philippines must stand 'shoulder to shoulder' in face of China threat: Hegseth

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2025-03-28

US defence chief Pete Hegseth said Friday that Washington and the Philippines must stand "shoulder to shoulder" in the face of the threat he said was represented by China. "Deterrence is necessary around the world but specifically in this region, in your country, considering the threats from the Communist Chinese," Hegseth said at the presidential palace in Manila, adding: "Friends need to stand shoulder to shoulder to deter conflict." cwl-pjm/fo......

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