The Philippines today announced that it would supply the US with up to 5 military bases in Subic bay as part of defence agreement renewals made by the two states this week.
An access deal signed by the two parties allows the US to rotate a greater number of aircraft, ships and troops in territory held by the Philippines, including Subic bay, reports Reuters.
The US president, Barack Obama earlier this week that the pact was intended to increase build Philippine capacity and ensure maritime peace and security.
An access deal signed by the two parties allows the US to rotate a greater number of aircraft, ships and troops in territory held by the Philippines, including Subic bay, reports Reuters.
The US president, Barack Obama earlier this week that the pact was intended to increase build Philippine capacity and ensure maritime peace and security.
“Our goal is not to counter China, our goal is not to contain China. Our goal is to make sure that international rules and norms are respected, and that includes areas of maritime dispute,” he said.