US Defense Secretary comments on Russia's arms supply to the Philippines

The United States is not concerned about Russia supplying weapons to the Philippines, Pentagon chief James Mattis said.

US Secretary of Defense James Mattis. Photo: AP

"I don't pay much attention to it. I know that some trucks were transferred to help the country that is fighting against terrorism. That is the sovereign decision of the Philippines," the US Secretary of Defense told reporters.

Mr. Mattis emphasized that he had an open and warm meeting with Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, in which the two sides discussed military cooperation and the fight against terrorism.

Yesterday Russia provided the Philippines with a military shipment, including guns, ammunition, as well as military trucks.

The handover ceremony with the participation of Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was held on October 25 at the port of Manila on the large anti-submarine ship Admiral Panteleev of the Pacific Fleet of the Russian Navy.

According to Sputnik