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Japan-U.S.-Philippines trilateral exercise: Advancing regional security through the 5th MCA
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) recently joined forces with the United States Navy (USN) and the Philippine Navy (PN) at the 5th Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA), further strengthening trilateral ties and advancing regional security efforts in the Indo-Pacific.
The exercise, which saw the participation of the JMSDF’s JS Samidare, included a series of tactical drills aimed at improving maritime capabilities, enhancing interoperability, and reinforcing security cooperation among the three nations. These drills serve as an essential platform for fostering greater collaboration in addressing shared maritime security challenges.
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