Here is a concise original summary based on the information published by the source. Philippines, US to take up defense ties, regional security Philstar.comChina questions Philippines’ handling of ASEAN defense meeting chairmanship Manila BulletinPH hands over ADMM, ADMM-Plus chairship to Singapore Philippine News AgencyPH to get additional US defense fund, warship from Japan Inquirer.netSecretary-General of ASEAN participates in the 20th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting in Cebu, the Philippines ASEAN Main Portal For the full context and any later updates, use the original source link.