U.S. Backs Philippine Forces in South China Sea

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US Says Its Forces Are Supporting Philippines in South China Sea
The US said its forces are backing Philippine military operations in the disputed South China Sea, where Manila and Beijing have clashed over competing claims.
U.S. Supporting Philippine Operations in South China Sea with Forward-Deployed Task Force
The Pentagon has revealed the existence of a forward-deployed task force in the Philippines focused on supporting Manila’s maritime operations in the South China Sea.  Task Force-Ayungin, composed of American service members and named after the Philippine designation for Second Thomas Shoal,
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U.S. Backs Philippine Forces in South China Sea With Task Force
Ayungin, named after the Philippine designation for the contested Second Thomas Shoal, was first mentioned this week by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during a visit to the Philippines. "Task Force-Ayungin enhances U.
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