Japan and Philippines strengthen defense ties and discuss arms sales to deter China
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-05-28 13:37 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, Military & Defence, Philippines, China, Asia Pacific
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Japanese Emperor Naruhito, right, escorts Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., left, during a welcome ceremony at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, Pool)
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