MANILA, Nov. 16 (PNA) -- The United States and the Philippines renewed their commitment under the Mutual Defense Treaty (MDT) as they commemorate Wednesday the 60th anniversary of the military agreement.
In a press conference in Malacanang on Wednesday, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the alliance between US and the Philippines has helped the security of both countries, which enabled them to gain progress in many fronts.
The partnership strengthened democracy, improved the economy and increased ties with the people in both countries, she said.
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