The government is committed to defending the country against any foreign aggression and seeks to modernize and fortify its armed forces, Malacanang said on Saturday, following China’s recent posturing in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea).

Deputy Presidential spokesman Abigail Valte said President Benigno Aquino 3rd has pushed for the modernization of the Armed Forces so that the country can have a credible defense.

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