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Japan Philippines Visiting Forces Agreement
Will Australia and Japan Finally Conclude a Visiting Forces Agreement?
By Grant Wyeth
Discussions on a VFA have been taking place since 2014; the two sides are expected to sign the agreement soon.
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What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte?
February 16, 2017
What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte?
A deeper look at what lies ahead for both sides in the security sphere.
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What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte?
Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte: Full Steam Ahead?
September 30, 2016
Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte: Full Steam Ahead?
Despite uncertainty about the new president’s foreign policy, defense cooperation is forging ahead.
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Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte: Full Steam Ahead?
Why the Philippines Is Critical to the US Rebalance to Asia
April 07, 2016
Why the Philippines Is Critical to the US Rebalance to Asia
Manila has become an even more central part of U.S. security strategy over the past few years.
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Why the Philippines Is Critical to the US Rebalance to Asia
Japan Submarine, Destroyers Visit Philippines
April 04, 2016
Japan Submarine, Destroyers Visit Philippines
Flotilla of three ships another sign of growing bilateral defense cooperation.
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Japan Submarine, Destroyers Visit Philippines
Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines
November 17, 2015
Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines
Both sides will reportedly ink an agreement in principle on military technology.
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Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines
What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Ties?
June 30, 2015
What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Ties?
A brief look at what’s next for the burgeoning strategic partnership.
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What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Ties?
Philippines to Hold Military Exercises with US, Japan
June 19, 2015
Philippines to Hold Military Exercises with US, Japan
Drills come amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea.
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Philippines to Hold Military Exercises with US, Japan
Japan, Philippines to Hold New South China Sea Naval Exercise
June 10, 2015
Japan, Philippines to Hold New South China Sea Naval Exercise
Tokyo and Manila are preparing for yet another joint maritime drill.
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Japan, Philippines to Hold New South China Sea Naval Exercise
Japan, Philippines Seeking New Pact on Military Bases
June 05, 2015
Japan, Philippines Seeking New Pact on Military Bases
Visiting Forces Agreement would give Tokyo access to Manila's military facilities.
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Japan, Philippines Seeking New Pact on Military Bases
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June 11, 2019
Japan-Saudi Ties: An Interview With the Japanese Ambassador
Ambassador Tsukasa Uemura discusses the future of the Japan-Saudi relationship, and how to build strong cultural ties.
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