They highlighted the Soldiers' exceptional hard work and unwavering commitment, which play a vital role in strengthening the partnership between the Philippines and the United States.

The contributions of these Soldiers significantly enhance capabilities at the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement sites, exemplifying the collaborative spirit and mutual support that propel both nations forward.

The Republic of the Philippines is the United States' oldest mutual defense treaty ally in the Indo-Pacific, and our close historical ties extend more than a century.