Philippines, US, Japan, Australia militaries hold talks in Tokyo
Discussions 'focused on regional issues of common interest and more opportunities to expand cooperation,' says the AFP
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Discussions 'focused on regional issues of common interest and more opportunities to expand cooperation,' says the AFP
The militaries from the Philippines, United States, Japan, and Australia engaged in their first Joint Service Staff Talks in Tokyo from November 28, Tuesday, to December 1, Friday.
Officials of the Philippines, United States, Japan and Australia gathered in Tokyo to discuss 'regional issues of common interest and more opportunities to expand cooperation' among the four allied partners.
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