Japan and Philippines to Urge Trump Administration to Uphold US Presence in Asia Amidst Growing Security Threats

In a move to assert the importance of American leadership in a turbulent Asia, Japan and the Philippines are preparing to communicate to President-elect Donald Trump the critical need for a strong US engagement. This effort underscores the strategic imperative of maintaining American influence in the region, emphasizing the necessity to confront increasing security challenges head-on. With the rise of aggressive expansionism by authoritarian regimes, it's pivotal for the US to enforce its role in preserving freedom, stability, and promoting a rule-based international order.