Manila, Aug. 15 -- Australian and Filipino troops have begun Exercise Alon 25, the largest military drill between the two countries, the Australian Embassy in Manila announced Friday.

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Australian Defense Force (ADF) will train around Luzon, including the islands of Palawan between Aug. 15 and 29.

More than 3,600 personnel are taking part, including members of the Royal Canadian Navy and the United States Marine Corps' Marine Rotation Force - Darwin.

This year's iteration will feature live-fire exercises at military training ranges and maritime zones.

"These activities will be conducted with due regard to the safety of the participants and wider community, including responsible advance p...