The premier’s trip to Manila brought the security realm of relations into greater focus.

We are beginning to see more specifics around Canberra’s growing assistance in this realm.

The spotlight on Indo-Pacific Endeavor 2017 shifted to Manila this week.

Though details remain to be worked out, the general shape of Canberra’s deepening security role is becoming increasingly clearer.

A closer look at recent headlines about additional counterterrorism support Canberra could provide to Manila.