Recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.

This resolution honors the 74th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines. It recognizes the strong security partnership between the two countries and notes growing pressure and intimidation from China in the South China Sea, including the use of “political lawfare.”

It is a statement of support and shared commitment. It does not change laws or create new programs. It sends a clear message that the U.S.–Philippine alliance remains important during rising tensions in the region.

• Key points:
  • Who: The United States and the Philippines; it also references actions by China.
  • What changes: A formal recognition of the treaty’s anniversary and the strong alliance; no new legal requirements.
  • When: Marking the 74th anniversary of the treaty.
  • Why now: In response to escalating aggression and political lawfare in the South China Sea.