It was the first so-called two-plus-two talks between the two US allies, both of which have overlapping territorial claims with Beijing. Find out more:
Japan’s Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Philippine Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin pose before a meeting at the Iikura Guest House in Tokyo on April 9, 2022.It was the first so-called two-plus-two talks between the two US allies, both of which have overlapping territorial claims with Beijing.
The two nations are likewise poised to “start considering” frameworks to facilitate reciprocal visits as well as reciprocal provision of supplies and services to boost Japan Self-Defense Forces and the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ partnership. In 2016, an international tribunal in The Hague invalidated China’s claims in the South China Sea in a first-ever ruling. Beijing has ignored the decision.
Areas of cooperation include ensuring safety of sea lanes in Southeast Asia and discussion towards expanding joint military drills and exchanges, among others, he said.
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