Why are joint sails in the West PH Sea important to the Philippines?

Two Philippine ships sail alongside ships of Australia and the United States for the 19th iteration of multilateral drills in the West Philippine Sea ABOARD THE BRP DIEGO SILANG – In late August, the Philippines was joined by the navies of Australia and the United States for a Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) in the West Philippine Sea, in waters off the coast of Palawan. It’s the 19th MMCA to date. But why are these drills so important for the Philippine Navy? Rappler’s Bea Cupin, who embarked on the Philippines’ BRP Diego Silang during the drills, explains why it’s important for the Philippines and its partner nations. – Rappler.com How does this make you feel? Loading