Canada and Philippines to sign defense pact to boost combat drills and deter China's aggression

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The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, sending reporters to developing stories and producing investigative work such as probing Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and the documentary 'The A Word' about American women fighting for reproductive rights. The outlet relies on reader donations to fund reporting, refuses to use paywalls, and advocates that quality journalism be available to all and paid for by those who can afford it. Canada and the Philippines plan to sign a defense agreement enabling joint battle-readiness drills to deter aggression in the South China Sea. Western countries are increasing Indo-Pacific military presence to uphold the rule of law and expand trade, while China maintains expansive territorial claims despite a 2016 arbitration ruling.

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