President Joe Biden reaffirmed the United States' commitment to its Pacific allies, meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House. The leaders discussed growing concerns over Chinese military actions in the Indo-Pacific, with Biden emphasizing the U.S.'s unwavering support for Japan and the Philippines. They also announced joint patrols in the Indo-Pacific and the launch of an economic corridor in the Philippines. The summit aimed to strengthen alliances in the region amid global challenges.
