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THE Philippines and Australia are planning to expand their bilateral defense cooperation with holding of joint exercises in the West Philippine Sea .
Last month, 1,200 Australian troops participated in the first bilateral amphibious drill called “Exercise Alon” in Palawan, Zambales and Sulu Sea. Australian warship HMAS Canberra and MV-22B Ospreys were deployed to the Philippines for the month-long exercises. Aside from Exercise Alon, Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Richard Marles visited the Philippines twice this year. Philippine and Australian defense ministers also agreed to convene meetings every year starting 2024.
“The Philippines is prepared to play its part in such a new vigorous period in our defense and security partnership with Australia, not to confront nor provoke, but to honor our commitment to our people for the protection of our sovereignty, territorial integrity and regional stability,” Manalo said.
“Scheduled from October 16 to October 27 in El Nido, the exercise will primarily focus on conducting counter-terrorism operations and special operations, showcasing the capabilities of the two forces,” it added.
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