Japan, Philippines and Asia

Japan and Philippines plan to convey to Trump the need for US engagement in Asia
Japan and the Philippines will convey to President-elect Donald Trump the urgent need for the U.S. to remain committed to help uphold the rule of law in an Asian region where security concerns have become “increasingly severe,
Japan, Philippines Urge Trump to Maintain US Security in Asia
Both nations plan to engage Trump's administration and China diplomatically to ensure stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
Japan, Philippines vow to boost security ties over China concern
MANILA: Japan and the Philippines vowed on Wednesday (Jan 15) to strengthen security cooperation to counter China's actions in key sea trade routes, amid speculation incoming United States President Donald Trump could scale back security commitments in Asia.
US Secures Ties With Japan, Philippines Ahead of Trump Return
The US secured ties with key Asian allies Japan and the Philippines ahead of Donald Trump’s return to the White House, with President Joe Biden expressing optimism that a trilateral alliance will continue.
U.S., Japan, Philippines to deepen ties in East, South China seas
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden met virtually on Monday morning Asian time. Marcos' communications office said the leaders "agreed to enhance and deepen economic, maritime and technology cooperation."
Japan, US, Philippines agree to continue maritime security cooperation
Japan, the United States and the Philippines have agreed in an online meeting to continue cooperation in maritime security and other areas.
Philippines, Japan boost volleyball ties
The Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) and Japan Volleyball Association (JVA) vowed to continue to strengthen the partnership as they look to raise the profile of the sport in the continent.
Japan, Philippines, U.S. vow to deepen cooperation, Manila says
Japan, the Philippines and the United States vowed to further strengthen their ties under a trilateral arrangement in the face of growing tensions in regional waters, Manila said on Monday following a call among their leaders.
Japan, U.S., Philippines to deepen cooperation over security
Japan, the United States and the Philippines agreed Monday to deepen trilateral cooperation in ensuring maritime and economic security and building resilient infrastructure in a virtual summit. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said he wants the three nations to coordinate more closely to realize a free and open Indo-Pacific,
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Japan FM: Cooperation of 'like-minded' states vital amid conflicts
Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi on Wednesday sought President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s continued support for Japan’s ...
Landmark Japan-Philippines troop deployment pact nears the finish line
Observers have speculated that Shigeru Ishiba’s government might be delaying ratification to avoid antagonising China.
China is pushing the Philippines `to the wall' with aggression in the South China Sea, Manila says
A Philippine security official says China is “pushing us to the wall” with growing aggression in the disputed South China Sea ...
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Trump concerns top agenda as Japanese and Philippine foreign ministers meet
Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, who is set to attend Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, also stressed the necessity of being on ...
Biden to meet virtually with Japanese and Philippine leaders, White House says
U.S. President Joe Biden will host a virtual meeting with leaders from Japan and the Philippines during his trip to Rome this ...
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Tensions Explode: China Threatened as Japan Arms Philippines Near Taiwan
The Philippines has initiated a significant move to strengthen its coastal defense by installing Japanese-supplied radar ...
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Envoy: Philippines-Japan defense cooperation to ensure long-term regional stability
Manila, Washington, and Tokyo leaders set a meeting this weekend to strategize on security cooperation amid regional ...
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‘Godzilla Minus One,’ ‘Haikyu,’ ‘Monster’ to screen at 2025 Japanese Film Festival in Manila
The Japan Foundation, Manila has released the list of movies, including the 2023 hit epic kaiju film “Godzilla Minus One” and ...