The Philippines and Canada signed yesterday a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) to boost combat drills and expand security alliances to deter aggression.

Manila: Canada and the Philippines, both vocal critics of China's actions in the disputed South China Sea, were set to sign a key defense agreement on

OTTAWA — Defence Minister David McGuinty has signed a defence co-operation agreement with the Philippines as he visits the country. A National Defence press release says the agreement will allow the armed forces of both countries to work closer together by participating in operations and exercises in each other’s territories. It follows an earlier memorandum […]

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Canada and the Philippines, both staunch critics of China’s increasingly coercive actions in the disputed South China Sea, were to sign a key defense agreement on Sunday on joint readiness drills and expand security alliances to deter aggression, Philippine officials said. Canada and other Western nations have been bolstering their military […]

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Canada signed a visiting forces defense pact with the Philippines, allowing troop deployments and deeper defense cooperation. Officials said the deal strengthens ties in areas like maritime security and disaster response, marking Canada's first such agreement in Asia, according to Anadolu Agency. World News | Canada, Philippines Sign Defense Pact to Boost Military Cooperation in Indo-Pacific.