Posted in NEWS Australia, Philippines boost ties amid China threat September 8, 2023 Australia and the Philippines are moving closer as China makes aggressive moves in the South China Sea. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos thanked the Australian PM for his "strong support" during a visit to Manila. https://www.dw.com/en/australia-philippines-boost-ties-amid-china-threat/a-66754366?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf