Manila, Oct. 31 -- Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday conveyed the Philippines' appreciation for the support and solidarity provided by ASEAN member-states in light of the recent earthquakes and cyclones that hit the country.

"It is indeed a comfort that we can turn to our ASEAN neighbors for help in times of need," Teodoro said during the 19th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting (ADMM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Teodoro's participation in the 19th ADMM follows President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s attendance to the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits from Oct. 26 to 28.

During the event, the DND chief also expressed the Philippines' strong support for the initiatives and vision of Malaysia's ADM...