On September 16, 1991, what historic vote occurred in the Philippine Senate regarding the US military bases treaty?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. the Senate voted 12–11 to reject the treaty extension
- Step 1: In 1991, the Philippine Senate rejected a treaty that would have allowed a 10-year extension of the U.S. Answer: the Senate voted 12–11 to reject the treaty extension. Why not the others: None of these fit: The Senate voted unanimously to extend the lease of Subic Naval Base for another 25 years; The Senate approved the indefinite deployment of tactical nuclear arsenals on major bases; The Senate approved the indefinite deployment of nuclear warheads on Philippine soil.
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