Malacañang announced four additional EDCA sites of which are “suitable and mutually beneficial.” | DYGalvezINQ
He said these sites would be scattered around the Philippines, but the main goal is to defend the country’s eastern coast, noting the Philippines’ continental shelf on Luzon’s eastern side was also put into consideration.
To overcome opposition from some local government units not keen on hosting US forces and equipment, Marcos said he talked to the officials of those LGUs and Department of National Defense spokesperson Arsenio Andolong earlier said the EDCA sites would not be American military bases.President Marcos granted in FebruaryFilipino and American troops are also scheduled to hold their largest-ever military exercise this April.
The Pentagon announced that the United States and the Philippines have agreed to review the full range of their maritime cooperation in the 2 + 2 meeting in Washington also this month.Subscribe to our daily newsletter
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Palace reveals 4 proposed additional EDCA sitesMalacañang has announced the four locations that have been considered as 'suitable and mutually beneficial' to become additional EDCA sites. It underscore these sites are expected to boost the country's disaster response. READ:
Read more »
Philippines gives US access to military sites in northern Luzon, PalawanThis brings from five to nine the total number of sites under EDCA, a military deal that allows the US to access local bases.
Read more »
Palace junks Newsnet plea for pay-TV serviceTHE Office of the President (OP) has junked the appeal of businessman Mel Velarde's News and Entertainment Network Corp.
Read more »
Palace dismisses Newsnet appeal to operate, deliver servicesIn a decision dated March 31, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, the Office of the President determined that the appeal has been rendered “moot,” citing the expiration of Newsnet’s franchise. | zacariansINQ
Read more »
Go: Proposed military pension reform should apply to new entrants onlySenator Christopher “Bong” Go has urged Malacañang to thoroughly study the proposed reforms in the military pension saying it should only apply to new entrants or those who will join the military in the future. | ManilaBulletin
Read more »
PH seafarers get to keep jobs; EU cites ‘progress’MANILA, Philippines — “Crisis averted!” That was how Malacañang on Saturday described the European Union’s decision to extend its recognition of the Philippines seafarer’s
Read more »