Tag: Bilateral Relations

  • Philippines and Czech Republic Set to Supercharge Bilateral Relations: Marcos Jr. Meets Czech Defense Minister

    In a significant diplomatic move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines has voiced his ambition to significantly enhance the nation’s economic, defense, and diplomatic relations with the Czech Republic. This declaration came during a pivotal meeting with Czech Defense Minister Jana Černochová at Malacañan Palace in Manila on February 20, 2025. Marcos Jr.…

  • NCMF Seeks Stronger Ties and Scholarships with Indonesia

    The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) is forging deeper connections with Indonesian government bodies to enhance bilateral relations, focusing on Madrasah scholarships and Halal product certification. This initiative aims to provide significant benefits to Muslim Filipinos, particularly the younger generation, through educational opportunities in Indonesia. NCMF Secretary Sabuddin Abdurahim highlighted the importance of these…

  • Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Manalo to Strengthen Ties in Europe

    Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo is set to embark on a diplomatic mission to Germany and the United Kingdom from February 14 to 19, as announced by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The purpose of his visit is to engage in discussions about regional developments and to enhance bilateral relationships with these European…

  • Cambodia Pledges Support for Philippine Food Security Efforts

    During a significant diplomatic engagement at Malacañan Palace in Manila, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet pledged his country’s support to help the Philippines achieve food security. This commitment was made during a bilateral meeting with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on February 11, 2025. The Cambodian leader specifically mentioned assistance in…

  • Philippine President Expresses Gratitude to Cambodian King for Pardoning 13 Filipino Surrogates

    In a heartfelt acknowledgment, Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. thanked Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni for the royal pardon granted to 13 Filipino women convicted of illegal surrogacy in Cambodia. The expression of gratitude came during a bilateral meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet at Malacañan Palace in Manila. President…

  • Marcos Jr. Seeks Enhanced Military Cooperation with Cambodia Amid Regional Tensions

    In a significant diplomatic engagement, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines met with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet in Manila, expressing a desire for more regular military training exchanges between their nations. The meeting, held at Malacañan Palace, focused on deepening bilateral ties amidst growing security concerns in the South China Sea and…

  • Philippine President Marcos Jr. Hosts Cambodian PM Hun Manet to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

    On February 11, 2025, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines extended a warm welcome to Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet at Malacañan Palace in Manila. The visit, marking Hun Manet’s inaugural trip to the Philippines, was highlighted by a ceremonial arrival at the Palace’s Kalayaan grounds, where he was…

  • President Marcos Jr. Honors Thai Ambassador for Enhancing Philippines-Thailand Relations

    In a heartfelt farewell meeting at Malacañang on February 5, 2025, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his gratitude to the outgoing Thai Ambassador to the Philippines, Tull Traisorat, for his significant contributions to the strengthening of ties between the two nations. Marcos acknowledged the ambassador’s efforts in fostering closer relations, stating, “I’d like to…

  • Japanese Embassy in Manila Aims to Reduce Visa Processing Time to Five Days

    The Japanese Embassy in Manila is striving to expedite the visa processing time to just five days, despite a significant increase in Filipino tourists wanting to travel to Japan. The embassy has encouraged travelers to apply for their visas two months ahead of their planned departure. Amidst a record-breaking number of tourism visa applications, the…

  • Senator Endorses Marcos’ Meeting with Trump to Safeguard Filipino Migrants

    Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has thrown his weight behind President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s upcoming meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting the importance of protecting Filipino immigrants and enhancing ties between the Philippines and the United States. Gatchalian stated that any chance to engage in dialogue that could fortify the relationship between the two…