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You fool, that rust bucket does not have any missiles. Prove me wrong. As usual you misrepresent facts. Your navy is either so corrupt or so incompetent that your top brass did Not even know that 45 year old rust bucket was missing an engine. That s right your commanding officers were so clueless that they had to send another inspection team nearly a year after receiving the ship to inventory items aboard the ship. Geez you are so clueless like your own government that a foreigner knows more about your affairs.

Oh please you and your agitation rants admiral general as usual if you get teabag in COD black ops you take out on me and the Filipinos its not my fault you suck playing first person shooters and war games in general just find a cheat code oh wait can't do that in PVP then just improve your skills then why take it out on us
 
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Oh please you and your agitation rants admiral general as usual if you get teabag in COD black ops you take out on me and the Filipinos its not my fault you suck playing first person shooters and war games in general just find a cheat code oh wait can't do that in PVP then just improve your skills then why take it out on us

As usual you cannot refute the facts and your response is as usual. Lame. You keep talking about COD which only proves that you do nothing but play video games. You are lame kid. Try harder and try using facts to counter.
 
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PH becomes 26th G8 Global Partnership member

ABS-CBNnews.com
06/18/2013

MANILA – The Philippines has become the latest member of a group of countries seeking to end the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD).

The US Department of State said the Philippines is the 26th country to join the Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction (GP), a subsidiary body of the Group of 8 (G8).

The State Department said the entrance of the Philippines "marks an important expansion of Southeast Asian representation in the GP."

The GP addresses nuclear and radiological security, biosecurity, chemical security, and scientist engagement, as well as facilitates the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1540 through cooperative projects.

The GP, established following the September 11 attacks in 2001, began at the 2002 Kananaskis G8 Summit as a 10-year, $20 billion initiative to prevent terrorists or states that support them from acquiring or developing WMD.

The G8, in its 2011 Deauville Summit, agreed to extend the GP beyond 2012.

Since its establishment, the GP has allocated more than $21 billion world-wide to enhance WMD security to include locking down vulnerable weapons and materials, destroying Russian nuclear submarines and chemical weapons, export controls, and engaging with scientists and other technical experts with knowledge and experience dealing with these items.

PH becomes 26th G8 Global Partnership member | ABS-CBN News
 
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Phl, China stand firm on territorial claims
By Pia Lee-Brago (The Philippine Star) | Updated June 19, 2013

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MANILA, Philippines - The Philippines and China are standing firm on their respective positions on maritime territorial disputes but are committed to keeping peace in the region and improving bilateral relations.

This was stressed by delegates of the two countries to the 19th Philippines-China Foreign Ministry Consultations (FMC) in Beijing held last June 14.

In the meeting, Philippine and Chinese representatives discussed developments in bilateral relations between the two countries, and how they could further strengthen cooperation in trade, defense and security, socio-cultural and people-to-people exchanges, among others.

The officials also witnessed the Exchange of Instruments of Ratification of the Philippines-China Consular Agreement. This clarifies procedures and defines time frames to better protect and provide assistance to Filipino and Chinese nationals in each other’s country.

Foreign Affairs Under-secretary for policy Evan Garcia and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Liu Zhenmin led the Philippine and Chinese delegations, respectively.

The foreign ministry consultations were followed by a courtesy call by the Philippine delegation, led by Garcia, on Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

In the same event, the two sides stressed the need to promote mutual trust as well as cooperation in achieving goals beneficial to both countries.

Manila also strongly asked China to refrain from dictating what actions the Philippines can exercise within its own maritime domain.

Last month, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the rotation as well as positioning of soldiers in disputed areas held by the Philippines - particularly in Ayungin Shoal - should not be questioned by China because such moves were part of Manila’s sovereign and humanitarian duties.

The DFA issued the statement following Chinese ambassador Ma Keqing’s raising concerns before Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin over Manila’s setting up of structures in Ayungin Shoal.

“The Philippines exercises jurisdiction and sovereign rights over its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf (CS) in the West Philippine Sea and has all the right to undertake lawful activities within its maritime domain without any interference or objection by any other state,” DFA spokesman Raul Hernandez said.

“China is not in a position to dictate on what the Philippines can do within its maritime domain,” Hernandez said. The DFA also urged China to withdraw and leave the Philippines EEZ and continental shelf.

Phl, China stand firm on territorial claims | Headlines, News, The Philippine Star | philstar.com
 
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Thai foreign minister to visit PHL, meet with DFA chief

Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Surapong Tovichakchaikul will be in the Philippines for a two-day official visit this week, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Monday.

Surapong will pay a courtesy call on President Benigno Aquino III and will meet with Philippine counterpart Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario.

The two ministers will be co-chairing the Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation on June 20 to 21 where both countries will discuss issues on law enforcement, defense, energy, education, and technical cooperation.

Foreign Affairs spokesman Raul Hernandez said agreements on taxation and establishment of an energy forum between the Philippines and Thailand will be signed during the meeting.

Manila and Bangkok first held the JCBC in March 24, 1992. — Michaela del Callar/BM, GMA News

Thai foreign minister to visit PHL, meet with DFA chief | News | GMA News Online
 
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U.S. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus Arrives for Official Visit to Philippines
June 18, 2013

MANILA: U.S. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus will arrive today for a three-day visit to the Philippines where he will conduct official government meetings and visit with U.S. personnel.

Mabus is scheduled to meet with Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines General Emmanuel Bautista, the Flag Officer in Command of the Navy Vice Admiral Jose Luis Alano, and other senior U.S. and Philippine government and military officials. Mabus’ visit reflects the importance that the United States holds for the strong and enduring relationship with the Philippines. Mabus is expected to discuss bilateral and multilateral security issues and efforts, maritime security, counter-terrorism efforts, and regional humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts.

“As we rebalance to the Pacific, our alliance with the Philippines has never been more important than it is today,” said Mabus. “I look forward to exploring opportunities to work with the Philippine armed forces to build greater maritime capacity and increase security and stability in the region.”

The Secretary of the Navy conducts all business matters for the two uniformed services that make up the Department of the Navy, the Navy and the Marine Corps. This involves implementing policies and programs to support the national security objectives established by U.S. President Barack Obama and U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel. Additionally, Mabus oversees the construction and repair of naval ships, aircraft, and facilities. He is responsible for an annual budget in excess of $170 billion and provides leadership for almost 900,000 people.

U.S. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus Arrives for Official Visit to Philippines | The Manila Times Online
 
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Phl, US troops to hold drills near Panatag
By Jaime Laude (The Philippine Star) | June 19, 2013

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MANILA, Philippines - Naval forces of the Philippines and the United States are set to conduct joint exercises next week in the waters of Zambales near Panatag Shoal, an area claimed by the Philippines which Chinese ships have occupied.

“Next week’s joint naval exercises will be just 20 nautical miles from Panatag Shoal,” a senior security official who declined to be named said.

The Philippine Navy is sending the BRP Gregorio del Pilar along with smaller ships to the joint naval maneuver called Cooperation Afloat Readiness Training or CARAT. Philippine Coast Guard vessels will also join CARAT. The naval exercise is from June 27 to July 2.

The joint exercise will involve amphibious landing as well as humanitarian activities in coastal areas in Northern Luzon.

Panatag Shoal, located just 124 nautical miles off the coast of Zambales, is now under China’s de facto control. Philippine vessels temporarily abandoned the area supposedly to ease tensions with China after a botched arrest of Chinese poachers. Since the departure of Philippine forces, Chinese gunboats and surveillance vessels have been guarding the shoal round-the-clock to keep Filipino fishermen at bay.

Ahead of the CARAT launching, US Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus met yesterday with defense and military officials at Camp Aguinaldo led by Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin, AFP chief Gen. Emmanuel Bautista and Navy chief Vice Admiral Jose Luis Alano.

The meeting reportedly focused on regional security issues and on Philippine-US defense and military relations, the defense department said. Mabus met with the Philippine officials for nearly an hour.

Mabus, accompanied by US Ambassador Harry Thomas, declined to grant media interview after the meeting.

“The representatives from the two departments discussed security issues in the Asia-Pacific region, modernization efforts and the US’s commitment to provide humanitarian assistance in times of disasters and calamities,” a statement from the Department of National Defense said.

The US embassy, meanwhile, said Mabus’ three-day visit was reflective of the importance the US holds for its strong and enduring relationship with the Philippines.

“As we rebalance to the Pacific, our alliance with the Philippines has never been more important than it is today. I look forward to exploring opportunities to work with the Philippine Armed Forces to build greater maritime capacity and increase security and stability in the region,” the US embassy quoted Mabus as describing his visit to the country.

Thomas, when asked if the maritime issue with China was discussed or if the US is ready to aid the Philippines in a confrontation with China, said he does not comment on “hypothetical” scenarios.

“We want to ensure freedom of navigation, no economic coercion and these sea lanes are open and it is important for all of us that that we need to adhere to the code of conduct,” he said.

“We discussed these things on the table. As we have said, we always stand by our treaty commitment. The question is hypothetical and I think nobody wants to go to war. We want peace,” Thomas said.

Phl, US troops to hold drills near Panatag | Headlines, News, The Philippine Star | philstar.com
 
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2013 PHL output to exceed 7% — NEDA's Balisacan
SIEGFRID O. ALEGADO, GMA News
June 19, 2013

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The Aquino administration is confident the economy could breach its growth goal for the year, banking on a strong services sector and a likely uptick in manufacturing and consumption, the Philippine economic chief said Wednesday.

"It would be better than the targeted 6 to 7 percent," Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan told reporters at the sidelines of the Global Development Network conference at the Asian Development Bank headquarters, referring to the 2013 gross domestic product (GDP).

Balisacan, who is also NEDA (National Economic Development Authority) director general, said the services sector will stay robust and buoyed by tourism and business process outsourcing and industries.

"Continued growth" in private and public construction and manufacturing expansion will also support output for this year, he added.

Economic growth in the second quarter is "going to be good" as economic fundamentals remain intact, the economic chief said.

In March to June, the threats to growth may stem from a lag in agriculture due to typhoons and monsoon rains.

"A lag in one quarter will be a growth in the other,” Balisacan, however, said. “So, gains will even out," he added.

The economy grew by 7.8 percent in the first quarter, the fastest in Asia, on consumer and government spending as well as higher investments in construction and durable equipment, National Statistical Coordination Board data showed. — VS, GMA News

2013 PHL output to exceed 7% — NEDA's Balisacan | Economy | GMA News Online
 
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'PH economy strong enough to withstand shocks'
Reuters
06/19/2013

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MANILA - The broad sell-off in Asian emerging markets is unlikely to destabilize the Philippine economy, with growth expected to stay robust on the back of strong domestic consumption, Economic Planning Chief Arsenio Balisacan said on Wednesday.

Balisacan also said "it is possible" that full-year growth would exceed the government's 6 to 7 percent target after stronger-than-expected growth in gross domestic product (GDP) of 7.8 percent in the first quarter.

"I don't expect it to have a destabilizing effect on the economy because our growth as you can see is driven more by domestic demand," Balisacan told reporters referring to the current market rout.

"We are not that sensitive to the shocks," he added.

The country's main stock index was down 0.5 percent at 0311 GMT, extending its losses to more than 12 percent since mid-May, on fears that foreign investors will continue to sell out of emerging markets.

The peso was trading weaker at 43.18 to the dollar by 0313 GMT versus the previous day's close of 43.12.

'PH economy strong enough to withstand shocks' | ABS-CBN News
 
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Phl, Thailand sign agreements to boost ties
By Aurea Calica and Pia Lee-Brago (The Philippine Star) | Updated June 22, 2013

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MANILA, Philippines - Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul paid a courtesy call on President Aquino and signed three agreements aimed at strengthening relations and cooperation between the Philippines and Thailand.

Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario joined the President in welcoming Tovichakchaikul and other Thai officials during a simple ceremony held at the Music Room of Malacañang Thursday afternoon.

Yesterday, Tovichakchaikul and Del Rosario spearheaded the signing of agreements that aimed to strengthen the cordial relations and cooperation between the two ASEAN countries.

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the agreements signed were the Convention between the Philippines and Thailand for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income, the Joint Statement for the Establishment of an Energy Forum, and the Memorandum of Understanding on the Cooperation between Thailand-Philippines and the Philippines-Thailand Business Councils.

The agreement on taxation and income would facilitate economic activities between the Philippines and Thailand, while the joint statement for the establishment of an energy forum would advance cooperation in the energy sector.

Meanwhile, the MOU on the development of cooperation between the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking would promote cooperation and develop collaboration on trade and investment between Philippine and Thai companies.

Tovichakchaikul and Del Rosario also presided yesterday over the 5th Meeting of the Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation. The JCBC is a mechanism established by the Philippines and Thailand in March 1992 to facilitate cooperation and consultation between the two countries on a wide range of issues and bilateral and regional concerns.

This was preceded on Thursday by the JCBC Senior Officials’ Meeting, which was co-chaired by Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Evan Garcia and Thai Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Sihasak Phuangketkeow.

The two sides provided updates on political and economic developments in the respective countries.

Among the topics discussed were trade and investment, technical cooperation, education, tourism and transportation, law enforcement and legal cooperation, taxation, energy, labor and defense.

Phl, Thailand sign agreements to boost ties | Headlines, News, The Philippine Star | philstar.com
 
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PHILIPPINES SEEKS TO EXPAND TIES WITH JAMAICA

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22 June 2013 - The Philippines is looking forward to strengthening its relations with the Caribbean island-state of Jamaica by opening new doors for increased trade and cooperation.

Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia Jr. conveyed President Benigno S. Aquino III’s strong desire to further improve relations with Jamaica when he formally presented his credentials as Manila’s non-resident ambassador to Governor General Patrick Allen in ceremonies at the King’s House in Kingston, Jamaica on Tuesday.

“The Philippines would like to strengthen its relationship with Jamaica not only by expanding trade but also exploring other areas where our two countries could cooperate,” Ambassador Cuisia told Governor General Allen.

According to the Ambassador, the Philippines, which is among the top providers of seafarers in the world, would like to enter into an agreement on cooperation in maritime training and manning services to allow it to share its best practices with Jamaica, which is host to as many as 100 Filipino seafarers.

He said Manila would also like to explore the possibility of exporting more Philippine-made products such as furniture to the former British colony as well as deploying Filipino workers in sectors where their skills and expertise may be required.

At present, Jamaica ranks as Manila’s 125th export destination and 123rd import source with more than $730,000 in exports from January to October 2012. Philippine exports to Jamaica include electrical and electronic machinery, equipment and parts; pineapple juice; and lead acid while imports include rum and tafia; stainless steel waste and scrap; and recovered paper and paperboard waste and scrap.

In his earlier call on Sen. Arnold Nicholson, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Cuisia thanked Jamaican authorities for accommodating the close to 300 Filipinos who have made the island their second home.

The Ambassador noted that Jamaica is one of the few Caribbean governments that the Philippines has recognized as having adequate labor and social laws that protect the rights of migrant workers.

Ambassador Cuisia said he expects a more robust engagement with Kingston with the promotion of Jamaican businessman Everoy Hugo Chin from Honorary Consul to Honorary Consul General of the Philippines.

The Consulate and later the Consulate General in Kingston was overseen by the Philippine Embassy in Havana until it was closed in 2012. Jamaica and several other Caribbean states were then placed under the consular jurisdiction of the Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C.

According to Honorary Consul General Chin, majority of the Filipinos based in Jamaica are missionaries and seafarers. The rest are administrative and managerial workers, equipment operators, technicians, clerical and related workers, engineers, accountants, chefs, teachers and household service workers.

A former British colony, Jamaica is the fifth largest island in the Caribbean. With a population of 2.8 million, it is the third largest English speaking country in the Americas next to the United States and Canada.

Jamaica was discovered for Spain by Christopher Columbus in 1494 but was seized by the British in 1665. It gained full independence in 1962 but remains part of the British Commonwealth with Queen Elizabeth II as head of state.
 
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PHL has best human resource pool in Asia –Lalonde

THE Philippines is the easiest place to be in Asia for start-up businesses mainly because of its competent human resources and easy-does-it business environment, Shore Solutions Managing Director Darcy Lalonde said on Thursday.

“From my perspective, it’s the people [that makes the Philippines an attractive investment destination]. The human-resource pool is very talented, the English [speaking ability] is great, the attitude is great, the loyalty is good,” Lalonde told reporters at the sidelines of the Asia CEO Forum in Makati City.

Considered one of the most successful executives and entrepreneurs in Asia given his track record of building large enterprises from scratch after being acquired by larger entities, he said nowhere else in Asia has such high-quality human resources available, with the cost of doing business so affordable.

“If you were just [a] start-up in the United States, it would definitely cost 10 times what it does cost here,” he cited for instance. “To set up here is very quick. If you have the right experts and advisers with you, you can be up and running in 30 to 60 days.”

With such factors that create a welcoming environment that is conducive for doing business, Lalonde said there is no doubt foreign investments continue to pour in capital to the country over the last few years.

Data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas showed that foreign direct investments constantly registered net inflows, amounting to $1.3 billion in the first three months of 2013.

“I think the Philippines has historically been very attractive in the last 10 years. Actually, it became less attractive maybe because of the growth of Malaysia and Singapore, and some of the other Southeast Asian group. But right now, we’re seeing that the Philippines is actually coming back on the map as an investment opportunity,” he said.

Among the key sectors that will continue to benefit from foreign capital inflows, he said, are business-process outsourcing, tourism, manufacturing, health and wellness.

The Philippines keeps on dominating the voice sector of the BPO, while in the knowledge process outsourcing (KPO), it comes next to India.

“I think on voice, definitely the Philippines is No. 1. I don’t think anybody argues that anymore from cultural and resource perspectives. I think on the KPO, there’s still need to be more work done around that space to get into the higher value services, higher paying jobs and higher opportunities,” Lalonde said.

Since the real value proposition for the Philippines is the English proficiency of its people with a good accent, which he said is a lot better 10 years ago than today, support for the educational system is highly needed.

“The government really needs to focus on continuing to give decent levels of education for all people. It is not just the top 20 percent. You need to educate all levels of society,” he stressed.

Another area that has been benefited by foreign investments in the country is the manufacturing sector which, according to Shore Solutions’ top executive, China dominated for quite some time. But because of the improving labor situation here than it was two decades ago, he said it is now “shifting a little bit back for the Philippines again.”

Besides the BPO and manufacturing, Lalonde said tourism, health and wellness, and some other niche industries are also the core competitive sectors of the country that create interesting opportunity for investors.

While the Philippines continues to attract capitals from overseas to come in, he cited that there are still barriers that hinder the entry of foreign investments. These include restrictions to foreign ownership of land and property, plus the high cost of power and rental fees. “These are hard dynamics to still work with because cost of people is not the issue.”

In terms of security and political stability, Lalonde suggested that the current administration continue with its programs to foster good governance and to show the world that the Philippines is a safe country from a business perspective.

“I think sometimes our media and our politicians have to make sure they expound that to the outside world ‘coz I get many customers who are almost scared to come to Manila. And I used that analogy that it’s much scarier to go to some big cities in United States than it is to come to Manila,” the managing director of Shore Solutions stressed.

He commended the government for carefully managing the currency, interest rates and inflation. He reminded, however, if the exchange rate goes below P40, it would drive away investments.

BusinessMirror - PHL has best human resource pool in Asia ?Lalonde
 
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As usual you cannot refute the facts and your response is as usual. Lame. You keep talking about COD which only proves that you do nothing but play video games. You are lame kid. Try harder and try using facts to counter.

Oh please spare me your stupidity Admiral General now your using what i told you against me? Ha prove something you have nothing else to say i told you kid you know nothing from the first post you ever made here until now so nice try and again tea bagging is not nice but still its your own fault for being a N00b i told you once i told you again real life is not like fast building and rush attacks its takes a lot time money and decision making because millions of lives hangs on the balance. The day you understand that the better so remember COD is nice game with great story but not real ok you can't go back and do it again. :astagh: :coffee:
 
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Manila plans air, naval bases at Subic with access for U.S., officials say
Manuel Mogato
Reuters

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MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippine military has revived plans to build new air and naval bases at Subic Bay, a former U.S. naval base that American forces could use to counter China's creeping presence in the disputed South China Sea, senior navy officials said.

The proposed bases in the Philippines, a close U.S. ally, coincides with a resurgence of U.S. warships, planes and personnel in the region as Washington turns its attention to a newly assertive China and shifts its foreign, economic and security policy towards Asia.

he bases would allow the Philippines to station warships and fighter jets just 124 nautical miles from Scarborough Shoal, a contentious area of the South China Sea now controlled by China after a tense standoff last year.

The Philippine navy, whose resources and battle capabilities are no match for China's growing naval might, has yet to formally present its 10-billion-peso ($230 million) base development plan to President Benigno Aquino.

But senior officials say they believe it has a strong chance of winning approval as Aquino seeks to upgrade the country's decrepit forces.

The Philippine Congress last year approved $1.8 billion for military modernization, with the bulk going to acquisition of ships, aircraft and equipment such as radar. The military had raised the plan in the past, but is now pushing it with more urgency following a series of naval stand-offs with China.

"The chances of this plan taking off under President Aquino are high because his administration has been very supportive in terms of equipment upgrade," said a senior military officer who asked not to be identified.

"The people around him understood our needs and more importantly, what our country is facing at this time."

Subic, a deep-water port sheltered by jungle-clad mountains 80 km (50 miles) north of Manila, has been a special economic zone since U.S. forces were evicted in 1992, ending 94 years of American military presence in the Philippines and shutting the largest U.S. military installation in Southeast Asia.

Since then, American warships and planes have been allowed to visit the Philippines for maintenance and refueling.

U.S. military "rotations" through the Philippines have become more frequent as Beijing grows more assertive in the South China Sea, a vast expanse of mineral-rich waters and vital sea lanes claimed entirely by China, Taiwan and Vietnam and in part by Malaysia, Brunei and the Philippines - one of Asia's biggest security flashpoints.

A 30-hectare (74-acre) area has been identified for the bases, which would station fighter jets and the Philippines' biggest warships that patrol the disputed sea, including two Hamilton-class cutter ships it acquired for free from the United States.

The plan has taken on added urgency since a tense two-month standoff last year between Chinese and Philippine ships at the Scarborough Shoal, which is only about 124 nautical miles off the Philippine coast. Chinese ships now control the shoal, often chasing away Filipino fishermen.

U.S. and Philippine navy ships begin war games near the shoal on Thursday.

The South China Sea dispute will again loom large over regional diplomacy next week when U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry joins his counterparts from Southeast Asian nations and China among other countries for an annual meeting in Brunei.

The Philippines plans to raise the issue of Chinese ships' "encroachment" near another disputed coral reef where Manila recently beefed up its small military presence, diplomatic sources told Reuters. China in turn has accused the Philippines of "illegal occupation" of the reef, which is a strategic gateway to an area believed to be rich in oil and natural gas.

RISE IN U.S. NAVY VISITS

There is no plan to allow the United States to rebuild its old bases, a sensitive issue in the Philippines where a nationalist backlash against the U.S. military helped lead to the 1992 closure of Subic and Clark Air Base.

New Philippine air and naval bases, however, would give visiting U.S. warships more security to launch operations in the South China Sea and elsewhere in Southeast Asia. A Visiting Forces Agreement, ratified by the Philippine Senate in 1999, allows U.S. forces full access to Philippine bases.
 
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I thought the US plans not to base any soldiers to Philippines again?
 
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