Philippines To Scrap Security Agreement With U.S.

The Philippines has decided to terminate a long-standing security agreement with the US, known as the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA). This decision was announced by the country's foreign secretary and confirmed by the US Embassy in Manila. The VFA allowed American troops to enter the Philippines without passport and visa regulations for joint exercises and training. The termination follows a visa denial to a Philippine senator, linked to President Duterte's controversial war on drugs. The termination will take effect in 180 days unless both countries agree to continue the agreement.

What is the primary focus of the Philippines as mentioned in the video?

• Increasing trade with neighboring countries

• Expanding its territory

• Strengthening its own defense capabilities

• Developing new technologies

What does the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) allow American troops to do?

• Participate in local governance

• Enter the Philippines without passport and visa regulations

• Establish permanent military bases

• Engage in combat operations

Who confirmed the notification of the VFA termination?

• The Philippine Senate

• The United Nations

• The US President

• The US Embassy in Manila

Why did President Duterte threaten to cancel the VFA?

• Due to a trade dispute

• Because of a visa denial to a Philippine senator

• In response to military exercises

• To strengthen ties with China

How long will it take for the VFA termination to take effect unless both sides agree otherwise?

• 365 days

• 90 days

• 120 days

• 180 days