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Hegseth proposes 'ambitious' US-ASEAN defence framework at Philippine summit
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PUBLISHEDOct 28, 2026, 8:09 AM
What the source reports
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged the formation of a new US-ASEAN defence cooperation framework and for strengthened maritime awareness and advanced naval coordination in the region.
Main source: Channel News Asia
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