Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Clarkson met on Friday, and highlighted the “renewed and positive momentum” in protection cooperation between the Philippines and the United States.
During Clarkson’s courtesy name, the envoy acknowledged Teodoro’s “transformative vision” and dedication to boost the division’s capabilities.
The two officers additionally cited the constructive momentum within the protection engagements between the Philippines and the US.
In April, the DND introduced the designation of 4 new places of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement between the Philippines and the US.
Philippine Defense officers mentioned this can additional enhance the nation’s capabilities to guard its nationwide pursuits and contribute to the collective protection within the area.
The assembly additionally acknowledged the necessity to deal with precedence areas of cooperation reminiscent of functionality constructing, maritime safety, and cybersecurity.
The US official expressed her authorities’s “unwavering support” for the Philippines’ place on the arbitral ruling on South China Sea, underscoring its dedication to upholding worldwide regulation and selling stability within the area.
The two nations vowed deeper cooperation, strengthened mutual understanding, and promotion of peace and safety within the Indo-Pacific area.
In an earlier telephone dialog, Teodoro and US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III renewed their dedication to sustaining an “ironclad relationship” by streamlining procedures and guaranteeing that strategic targets for the alliance are being met.—LDF, GMA Integrated News
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