US reaffirms alliance with PH, mutual defense commitments 24 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Roy MabasaThe United States government on Friday (Thursday in Washington, D.C.) reaffirmed its enduring alliance with the Philippines, including its commitments under the Mutual Defense Treaty (MDT) of 1951. “Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Teodoro Locsin, Jr., at the Department of State today. The Secretary reaffirmed the enduring U.S.-Philippines alliance, including commitments under the Mutual Defense Treaty of 1951,” Palladino said. The Mutual Defense Treaty has served us well for several years … we abide by it,” said Felter, who accompanied the return of the Balangiga Bells to the Philippines.

Source: Manila Bulletin December 21, 2018 04:41 UTC