U.S. Military Involvement in Philippines Port Development
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discusses Haiti's gang crisis and lawmakers' ongoing efforts to ban TikTok in the U.S. during an appearance on 'Fox News Live.' The U.S. military will not be involved in the development of a port in the Philippines' remote northernmost islands near Taiwan, the local governor said, removing a potential source of friction with China over the U.S. presence in the region.
Key Points
- US military not participating in Batanes port project
- Governor sought U.S. funding for new port near Taiwan
- China's concerns over U.S. presence in the region
Pros
- Avoidance of potential tension with China
- Protection of interests in the region
Cons
- Loss of possible support for the port development