PH gives US troops access to more military bases

The United States is increasing its military presence in the Philippines as its troops have been given access to four more sites in the country amid growing concerns in the South China Sea, an area the Western giant sees as crucial for its economy.

This developed following the meeting of US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin with key Philippine defense officials—including President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., the commander-in-chief, and Department of National Defense Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr..

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