On the recordMay 6, 2013
I just wanted to ask, is the United States fully clear with the Philippines on what the mutual defense treaty does or does not cover in the scenario of an armed conflict in the South China Sea?
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congress.govI just wanted to ask, is the United States fully clear with the Philippines on what the mutual defense treaty does or does not cover in the scenario of an armed conflict in the South China Sea?
Rubio questions clarity on the U.S.-Philippines mutual defense treaty.
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