In Japan, Obama gave a categorical statement declaring that the disputed islands in the East China Sea are covered by their defense agreements. (READ: Obama in Japan says Senkaku Islands covered by security treaty) In the Philippines, he evaded the question. Obama highlighted the peaceful resolution of the maritime conflict in the region and reiterated US support for the arbitration case the Philippines filed against China.
Posted on: Mon, 28 Apr 2014 11:18:46 +0000
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