Canada and the Philippines, both vocal critics of China’s increasingly aggressive actions in the South China Sea, have concluded negotiations for a key defense pact that will allow their forces to hold large combat exercises and intensify defense cooperation.

The agreement would establish a framework for increased military and defence co-operation and collaboration between the two countries, the Philippines’ Defence Ministry says

The Philippines can expect closer defense cooperation with Canada once the Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) enters into force, the Canadian Embassy in Manila said Saturday. The negotiations for a Canada-Philippines SOVFA,

The Philippines and Canada are set to sign a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) after negotiations to enhance defense and security cooperation between the two nations, Manila's defense ministry said on Friday.

The Philippines and Canada are ready to sign a new Status of Visiting Forces Agreement, marking a major step forward in their growing defence ties. This deal aims to boost military collaboration and enhance the interoperability of their forces, a crucial move in the face of increasing regional security challenges (via Reuters ).

The Philippines and Canada have negotiated a deal for the deployment of troops, Manila said Friday, it what will be once signed the latest security pact in the face of