US to increase military presence in Philippines

U.S. and Philippine officials will meet this week to discuss expanding American presence in the Asian nation, a senior diplomat said, amid tensions with China over its claims to vast waters in the region.

The meetings in Manila on Tuesday, December 11, and Wednesday, December 12, will have a special focus on defense and regional matters, Philippine Assistant Secretary for U.S. affairs Carlos Sorreta told reporters.

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