Bill > HRes156

This resolution honors the 25-year partnership between Guam and the Republic of the Philippines under the State Partnership Program (SPP), a military cooperation initiative designed to strengthen security relationships and enhance military readiness. The resolution recognizes the longstanding diplomatic ties between the United States and the Philippines dating back to 1946 and highlights the significant collaborative efforts between the Guam National Guard and the Armed Forces of the Philippines since February 2000. Over the past 25 years, the partnership has included joint training exercises focused on disaster risk management, emergency response, and critical infrastructure projects, with strategic oversight from the United States Indo-Pacific Command. The resolution specifically commends the partnership for serving as a potential deterrent against increasing aggression by China in the South China Sea and expresses appreciation for the mutual commitment to regional security and a free, open Indo-Pacific. Additionally, the resolution calls for continued support of the State Partnership Program, recognizes the Philippines' increasing cooperation in regional security, and supports potential future partnership expansions with other U.S. states and territories.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/156/all-info