Philippines Says to Sign Troops Pact With Canada

Canada and Philippines will sign a key defense pact to boost combat drills and military ties
Canada, Philippines Advance Military Pact Amid China Tensions
Philippines says to sign troops pact with Canada as defence ties deepen
The Philippines and Canada are set to sign a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) after negotiations aimed at enhancing defence and security cooperation between the two nations, Manila's defence ministry said on Friday.
Philippines to sign visiting forces deal with Canada
The deal will be the latest security pact in the face of the Philippines’ increasingly tense confrontations with China.
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France, Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand—following Washington’s lead—have each staged war games or concluded alliances with Manila targeting China.
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