Concerns about China, trade routes and upholding international law have seen Germany and Italy join France in making their regional presence felt, but analysts say increased European involvement could do more harm than good.
As the Philippines forges alliances in Europe to counter China's rising military activity near Taiwan and the South China Sea, European companies are looking to play a larger defense role to the Southeast Asian nation.
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Strategic ties between European countries and the Philippines are set to grow as leaders recognize the importance of countering China's rising military activity near Taiwan and the South China Sea.