“When there’s a typhoon in the Philippines, take a look at who’s helping the Philippines deal with that situation,” the President said. “When there’s an earthquake in Haiti, take a look at who’s leading the charge and making sure Haiti can rebuild.”
1) That's because people know the US has troops everywhere, unlike some other countries.
2) The Chinese were
VERY early to Haiti after the earthquake even though it was, you know, half a world a way and of no strategic value whatsoever.
3) In regards to the Phillipines, given it's status as major non-NATO ally....
