Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Filipino defence secretary wants to review defence treaty with US


The Mutual Defense Treaty between the US and the Philippines should be reviewed because of fears of a war with China - according to Manila's top defence official.

Delfin Lorenzana says the security situation in the region has become much more complex since the treaty was signed 68 years ago - and the Philippines does not want to get drawn into an armed conflict between the US and China.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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