The largest-ever balikatan between the Philippines and the United States — formally begins. <br /><br />The military exercise features many firsts: biggest contingent. Live fire drills at sea and joint activities on cyber defense.<br /><br />Senior correspondent David Santos has this story.<br /><br />Visit our website for more #NewsYouCanTrust: https://www.cnnphilippines.com/<br /><br />Follow our social media pages:<br /><br />• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNNPhilippines<br />• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnphilippines/<br />• Twitter: https://twitter.com/cnnphilippines<br />
