According to Japan, Philippines in final stages of talks on security aid - Japan govt spokesperson | The Star, in order to strengthen the deterrence capabilities of Tokyo's partner nations, the top government spokesperson for Japan stated on November 1 that Tokyo and the Philippines are currently finalizing negotiations over what equipment to provide to Manila and when to sign an agreement based on Tokyo's official security assistance program.
According to Japan, Philippines in final stages of talks on security aid - Japan govt spokesperson | The Star, interview with media before to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's November 3 travel to the Philippines, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno made the remark.
