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Solon calls on China, US to demilitarize South China Sea “We remain committed to protecting and defending our national interests, while upholding the security and stability in the region through peaceful and rules-based approach,” he added. The United States, which has earlier expressed support to the Philippines, warned China against continued aggression in the area, saying any armed attack against the Philippines will trigger US obligations to respond militarily under the 1952 US-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty. The Philippines’ defense department said it welcomed the US expression of support, saying it showed the strength of the alliance between the two countries....
