Canada and the Philippines, both vocal critics of China’s increasingly aggressive actions in the South China Sea, have concluded negotiations for a key defense pact that will allow their forces to hol

The Philippines and Canada are set to sign a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) after negotiations aimed at enhancing defence and security cooperation between the two nations, Manila's defence ministry said on Friday.

The Philippines and Canada have negotiated a deal for the deployment of troops, Manila said Friday, it what will be once signed the latest security pact in the face of increasingly tense confrontations with China.

The Philippines and Canada have concluded negotiations for a key military agreement, as Manila expands defense partnerships amid tensions with Beijing over the disputed South China Sea.

CANADA and the Philippines, both vocal critics of China’s increasingly aggressive actions in the disputed South China Sea, have concluded talks for a key defens

The agreement would establish a framework for increased military and defence co-operation and collaboration between the two countries, the Philippines’ Defence Ministry says