Experts analyze Philippines' minilateral security and Asean strategy

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Analysts in Manila evaluated the Philippines' strategy of pursuing both minilateral defense partnerships and a strengthened security role for ASEAN. The discussion centered on the "Squad" alliance, an informal grouping of the United States, the Philippines, Japan, and Australia intended to counter Chinese influence. Experts expressed divided opinions on…

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