Tag: Philippines-Japan Relations
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Philippines and Japan Forge Unbreakable Defense Bond: A New Era of Security Cooperation
In a significant development for regional security, the defense ties between the Philippines and Japan have reached new heights, as announced by Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on February 24, 2024. Speaking ahead of a crucial bilateral meeting with Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, Teodoro highlighted the…
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Philippines and Japan Set to Supercharge Military Ties with High-Level Visits
In a toast to stronger relations, House Speaker Martin Romualdez expressed high hopes for the future of Philippine-Japan military cooperation during the National Day celebration for Emperor Naruhito’s 65th birthday in Taguig City. The event, attended by key figures including Apostolic Nuncio Charles John Brown, Senate President Francis Escudero, Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya, and Chief…
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President Marcos Jr. Bullish on Deepening Philippines-Japan Ties in Defense and Economy
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed a strong belief in the potential for enhanced collaboration between the Philippines and Japan, focusing on defense, security, and economic sectors. This statement was made during a meeting with Japan’s National Security Adviser Akiba Takeo at Malacañan Palace on December 19, 2024. Marcos highlighted the importance of the growing…
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Philippines and Japan Strengthen Defense Ties with New Reciprocal Access Agreement
In a significant move to bolster defense and security cooperation, the Philippines and Japan have formalized the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA). The agreement, signed in the presence of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañan Palace on July 8, 2024, aims to facilitate mutual military visits for training and joint exercises between the two nations.…
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