Stratbase backs Balikatan, cites need for stronger PH defense in WPS

MANILA, Philippines—A think tank on Sunday urged the Philippines to strengthen military cooperation with allies and sustain a firm defense posture in the West Philippine Sea as the country prepares for its largest-ever Balikatan exercises amid rising tensions with China. In a statement, Stratbase Institute president and CEO Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit expressed “unequivocal support”