'As tensions rise in the region, its location means #FugaIsland is in demand. The land mass is part of #Cagayan , one of the provinces identified as a potential site to host the #USmilitary under a deal called the #EnhancedDefenceCooperationAgreement (#EDCA ), which allows joint training, construction of temporary facilities, and storage of equipment and supplies.'

https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2023/mar/18/the-tiny-philippine-island-on-the-frontline-of-the-us-china-battle-for-supremacy

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