DOD: Indo-Pacific Nations Bolstering Defense Ties, Capabilities

"Remarkable progress has taken place over the last year or so, with the agreement for access to 14 Philippine bases which will host rotational U.S. forces".

Department of Defense: “Nations in the Indo-Pacific want a continued strong U.S. presence and they are increasing their military capabilities and improving interoperability and training with U.S. and regional partners, said the assistant secretary of defense for Indo-Pacific security affairs.

Ely Ratner discussed "Building a Networked Security Architectu…