Philippines and Lithuania Forge Defensive Pact Against Rising Authoritarian Aggression
In a bold move, the Philippines and Lithuania have signed a security agreement to confront escalating aggression from authoritarian regimes like China and Russia, reinforcing the need for united democratic resistance.
The Philippines and Lithuania have taken a significant step by signing a memorandum of understanding aimed at creating a strategic defense alliance. This pact, forged in Manila between Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė, is a clear response to mounting threats posed by aggressive authoritarian powers—especially China’s brazen incursions in the South China Sea. Addressing the Growing Authoritarian Axis Šakalienė did not mince words when she identified an emerging "authoritarian axis" composed of Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran—a coalition apparently coordinating efforts to undermine democracy worldwide. She emphasized that these autocratic regimes are...
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