# Hegseth proposes US-Asean defence ties in Philippines

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed a new US-Asean defence framework during a meeting in the Philippines. The initiative includes naval ties and maritime security cooperation. Doubts remain about its practicality and regional support.

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3372590/hegseth-pitches-new-us-asean-defence-framework-doubts-run-deep

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#asean #defence #maritime #philippines

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Created: 2026-10-29T12:06:53.112866+00:00

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