The last time Japan’s army came to the Philippines in big numbers was during World War II, amid an invasion that left the country in ruins. But that was 80 years ago. Now, the Philippines wants Japanese forces back on its bases. As The World’s Patrick Winn reports, the two countries are teaming up against a common rival: China.
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