MANILA: The navies of the Philippines, the US and Japan skilled alongside one another within the South China Sea this week to ramp up cooperation among the many army allies, the Philippines’ armed forces mentioned on Friday (Feb 27).
Since 2023, the Philippines has labored with numerous nations to claim its rights and maritime entitlements within the South China Sea.
China claims many of the resource-rich waterway, rejecting a 2016 arbitral award that has voided its historic claims to the realm.
In a press release, the Philippine army mentioned the joint exercise “underscores the sustained dedication of companion forces to reinforce interoperability, reinforce maritime safety, and enhance Maritime Area Consciousness within the area”.
The Philippines deployed its Antonio Luna frigate, helicopters and fighter jets to the joint drills. Japan deployed a P-3 Orion plane whereas the US despatched guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey and a Poseidon aircraft.
Workouts included replenishment at sea, joint air patrols, fly-bys and communications verify workout routines.
The Philippines additionally held comparable workout routines with Australia and the US on Feb 15 and 16.
