It is the first time the annual US-Philippines 'Balikatan' exercises featured live fire drills at sea.
SAN ANTONIO, Philippines – US and Philippine armed forces unleashed a volley of missiles on a mock enemy warship in the South China Sea on Wednesday, April 26, in a show of military power and a strengthening alliance at a time of rising regional tension.
Military from both countries have said the exercises across the Philippines, which include sites facing Taiwan, were not targeted at any country. “The president came away with a deeper appreciation for joint and combined operations,” spokesperson Logico added.
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