Philippines works to build closer defence ties to Canada as it squares off with China

OTTAWA - The Philippines is forging closer defence ties with Canada as both countries attempt to limit Beijing's territorial claims in the South China Sea and confront concerns about supply

lunedì 22 giugno 2026 New tab

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OTTAWA - The Philippines is forging closer defence ties with Canada as both countries attempt to limit Beijing’s territorial claims in the South China Sea and confront concerns about supply chains and disinformation.

“The bilateral relationship between the Philippines and Canada has entered a new phase, a new era, and I’m very, very optimistic,” said Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.

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