Tensions Rise with U.S.-Philippines Joint Military Exercises

The recent U.S.-Philippines joint military exercises, known as 'Balikatan,' witnessed over 16,000 personnel from various nations. Held in strategic northern islands, the drills included advanced reconnaissance drones and missile systems. Amid growing tension with China, these exercises underscore the rising military collaboration aiming to deter potential conflicts over Taiwan.

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