The Philippines and New Zealand are set to commence a “very serious discussion” on enhancing their defense agreements, particularly the Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) in the coming weeks, according to Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo. globalnation.inquirer.net/239069/ph-ne...

PH, New Zealand to begin talks on enhancing defense pacts

The Philippines and New Zealand are set to commence a “very serious discussion” on enhancing their defense agreements.

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