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Presidential Determination

Designation of the Philippines as a Major Non- NATO Ally

President Bush designated the Philippines as a major non-NATO ally under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and Arms Export Control Act, making it eligible for certain defense and security benefits. The Secretary of State was directed to publish this determination in the Federal Register.

Federal Register Open PDF 68 FR 59855

Impact dates

  1. Federal Register publication filed

Key directives

  • Designate Republic of the Philippines as major non-NATO ally
  • Publish determination in Federal Register

Who is ordered

Timeline

Immediate

  • Designation takes effect upon signing
  • Eligibility for major non-NATO ally benefits begins

Near term (90d)

  • Federal Register publication (occurred October 17, 2003)

Long term

  • Ongoing defense cooperation framework
  • Eligibility for prioritized military equipment transfers and training

Risks & tensions

  • Strengthens alliance amid Global War on Terror context (2003)
  • Potential regional sensitivities with China and other Southeast Asian nations
Presidential Determination: Designation of the Philippines as a Major Non- NATO Ally · Executive Orders