US Backs Philippine Airport Amid Growing Strategic Importance of Southeast Asia The United States' decision to fund a feasibility study for the proposed Sangley Point International Airport in Cavite is more than just a nod to its long standing alliance with the Philippines.
It's a strategic move aimed at countering China's expanding presence in the South China Sea, where tensions are escalating.
Located near the Luzon Strait, the airport would serve as an ideal hub for military operations in the region. Experts warn that a conflict between the US and China could erupt over Taiwan at any moment.