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Philippine and US forces examine Chinese-linked steel plant in Mindanao

Philippine and US forces reportedly tried to assess a steel plant in Mindanao linked to China. The headlines indicate heightened scrutiny involving the two allies and China.

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The activity could deepen strategic tensions around Chinese influence and security cooperation in the Philippines.

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  1. Why Philippine, US forces tried to 'scope' a Chinese-linked steel plant in Mindanao ↗scmp.com · Recorded source date: Aug 26, 2026, 1:31 AM UTC

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