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US Approves $3.5 Billion Defense Aid for Philippines

12/18/2025

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The United States plans to approve a loan and grant totaling up to $3.5 billion in defense support for the Philippines under the National Defense Authorization Act.
The funding aims to address serious threats from China, according to an American senator.
Philippine defense officials view the approval as a sign of the United States' commitment to the alliance.
The bill will be presented to U.S. President Donald Trump for approval.

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The United States plans to approve a loan and grant totaling up to $3.5 billion in defense support for the Philippines under the National Defense Authorization Act.
The funding aims to address serious threats from China, according to an American senator.
Philippine defense officials view the approval as a sign of the United States' commitment to the alliance.
The bill will be presented to U.S. President Donald Trump for approval.