Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'

INTRO: More than 14,000 Filipino and American soldiers kicked off annual military exercises between the two allies in the face of regional security concerns, including tensions in the South China Sea.

Beijing and Manila have overlapping claims to parts of the South China Sea, and tensions have escalated over run-ins between their coast guards in the disputed waters. Laura Westbrook reports.