Japanese ground forces are set to actively participate in military exercises in the Philippines for the first time in post-World War II history next month. According to Bloomberg, it marks the deepening of ties between Manila and Tokyo’s armed services as both countries face strained relations with China. About 300 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force personnel will participate in the annual joint Salaknib army drills with the Philippines and the US military that are scheduled for April, according to Philippine Army spokesperson Louie Dema-ala.
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Japanese ground forces are set to actively participate in military exercises in the Philippines for the first time in post-World War II history next month. According to Bloomberg, it marks the deepening of ties between Manila and Tokyo’s armed services as both countries face strained relations with China. About 300 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force personnel will participate in the annual joint Salaknib army drills with the Philippines and the US military that are scheduled for April, according to Philippine Army spokesperson Louie Dema-ala.