August 11, 2023 (Quezon City) | Secretary of National Defense (SND) Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. welcomed the delegation from the United States-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC) during its annual Philippine Business Mission. The purpose of the visit was to explore potential areas of cooperation between the two nations in the defense and security sector.

Led by President and CEO Ted Osius, the US-ABC delegation is composed of representatives from multiple corporations, united in their commitment to fostering collaboration between the US and ASEAN countries. The delegation presented a wide range of projects aligned with the Department’s strategic goals to enhance its capabilities. These projects include cooperation in cybersecurity, pension programs, healthcare coverage human papillomavirus (HPV) and pneumonia vaccines, time-sensitive shipment handling and delivery, advanced weather forecasting systems, technology and internet services, as well as sustainable energy sources.

Secretary Teodoro was pleased with the proposed business initiatives of the US-ABC delegation, which will further promote collaborative efforts in strengthening the defense capabilities of the Philippines.

The visit by the US-ABC delegation is among notable engagements highlighting the ironclad alliance between the Philippines and the US while enhancing security and economic cooperation, and embracing innovation for more resilient future.