Mutual Defense Treaty (U.S.-Philippines)

The U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty, signed in 1951, is an agreement where both countries commit to defend each other if either is attacked in the Pacific area. This means that if the Philippines is attacked, the U.S. would consider it a threat to its own security and can come to help, and vice versa. The treaty aims to promote peace and stability in the region by ensuring that both nations can rely on each other's military support in case of aggression, fostering a strong partnership to deter potential threats.