The Philippines: A Close and Important U.S. Ally
Date: 02/06/2009 Description: Secretary Clinton meets with President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo of the Republic of the Philippines in the Treaty Room of the State Department. State Dept Photo Secretary Clinton (Feb.6): "[T]he Philippines is one of our closest and most important allies, not just in Asia, but on so many issues around the world. And we are very proud of the role and contributions that Filipino Americans have played in the United States over many years." Full Text | View Video
ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to Hold First Disaster Relief Exercise in the Philippines
The United States and the Republic of the Philippines will co-sponsor the May 4-8 ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Voluntary Demonstration of Response (VDR) in the Philippines. Media Note