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defence cooperation
Coverage of defence cooperation in the Nexus archive.
- Philippine president backs defence chief over China sanctions
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has publicly supported Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro amid China's sanctions, signaling a firm stance that observers suggest could complicate diplomatic relations with Beijing and strengthen defense ties with allies.
- Takaichi hails UK defence ties despite next-gen jet spending uncertainty
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi praised strengthening defense ties with the UK during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. She referenced the GCAP project, describing the relationship as a 'near-alliance,' despite uncertainty over funding for the next-generation jet program.