
(photo credit: @USEmbassyPH via X)
United States Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth joined the American and Filipino troops today for a physical training to kick off a day of engagements in the Philippines.
While in Manila, Secretary Hegseth will engage key Philippine leaders in discussions to strengthen the alliance between the two countries.
The visit is seen to highlight the ironclad commitment of both countries as friends, partners, allies in ensuring a free and open Indo Pacific.