What strategic significance did the Philippines hold for Spain?
a. Christianity was already established on the islands.
b. They were close to China, but not ruled by China.
c. They could be used to launch attacks on Portuguese forts.
d. They were close to Australia.
Ans: b. They were close to China, but not ruled by China.
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