SR409

A resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines, highlighting the strong.

This resolution celebrates the 74th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines, emphasizing the enduring alliance and mutual defense commitments. It acknowledges the escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea, including interference with humanitarian missions and unlawful territorial claims. The resolution supports increased defense cooperation, military exercises, and interoperability between the U.S. and the Philippines, and reaffirms the U.S.