MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Japan have agreed to continue their partnership on various issues and interests, including maritime concerns.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo shared the development after he had a phone call with Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa on Tuesday.
“In a phone call with Japanese FM Hayashi Yoshimasa this morning, we both reaffirmed the strong and mutually-beneficial PH-Japan strategic partnership & committed to continuing our vibrant cooperation on maritime issues, trade & economy, infrastructure development & other areas,” he posted on social media site Twitter.
1/2 In a phone call with Japanese FM Hayashi Yoshimasa this morning, we both reaffirmed the strong and mutually-beneficial PH-Japan strategic partnership & committed to continue our vibrant cooperation on maritime issues, trade & economy, infrastructure development & other areas.
— Enrique A. Manalo 🇵🇭 (@SecManalo)
“We agreed to further deepen coordination on defense and security and more closely collaborate on global and regional issues,” he added.
Last month, to develop its own military-industrial complex.
The Philippines and the United States likewise had a dialogue early this week and agreed to pursue cooperation on building resilient supply chains and addressing the climate crisis.