Tag: Trilateral Cooperation

  • Philippines and Japan Reaffirm Dedication to Maritime Freedom and International Law

    In a significant diplomatic exchange, the National Security Advisers of the Philippines and Japan, Eduardo Año and Okano Masataka respectively, have once again pledged their support for the principles of freedom of navigation and adherence to international law in the contentious waters of the South China Sea and East China Sea. This commitment was voiced…

  • Philippines Optimistic About Trump-Ishiba Summit’s Impact on Indo-Pacific Region

    The Philippines has expressed optimism following the first summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, which took place in Washington, D.C. on February 7, 2025. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila highlighted the summit as a positive development for the Indo-Pacific region. DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza stated…

  • Trump Administration Reaffirms Commitment to Trilateral Cooperation with Philippines and Japan

    In a significant diplomatic move, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has underscored the United States’ dedication to maintaining its trilateral partnership with the Philippines and Japan during the Trump administration. This commitment was reiterated during a bilateral meeting with Japan’s Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi in Washington DC on January 22, Manila time. According to…

  • Japanese Foreign Minister Urges Enhanced Cooperation with Philippines Amid Regional Tensions

    Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi met with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañan Palace in Manila on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, to discuss the escalating conflicts in the Indo-Pacific region. Iwaya emphasized the critical need for collaboration among nations with shared values to address these challenges effectively. During the meeting, Iwaya highlighted the growing…

  • President Marcos Jr. Optimistic About Future of Philippines-U.S. Relations Under New Leadership

    President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of economic, diplomatic, and defense ties between the Philippines and the United States, even as the leadership transitions to President-elect Donald Trump. During a recent phone conversation with outgoing U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, Marcos highlighted the significant strides made in the bilateral relationship…

  • Marcos Jr. Optimistic About Future of Philippines-U.S. Relations Under New Leadership

    President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of economic, diplomatic, and defense ties between the Philippines and the United States during a recent phone conversation with outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris. Marcos highlighted the significant advancements made in the bilateral relationship under the current U.S. administration and expressed hope for further…

  • Trilateral Call Between Marcos, Biden, and Ishiba Rescheduled for January 13

    The scheduled trilateral phone conversation involving Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., US President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has been rescheduled to the morning of January 13, Manila time, as announced by Malacañang. Originally planned for the previous day, the delay was attributed to wildfires occurring in Los Angeles, according to…

  • Trilateral Leaders’ Call Rescheduled to Monday Due to Wildfires

    The scheduled trilateral phone conversation involving President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., outgoing US President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has been rescheduled to Monday morning, Manila time. Originally planned for Sunday, the delay was announced by Malacañang and attributed to the wildfires currently raging in Los Angeles. According to Presidential Communications Secretary…

  • Philippines, US, and Japan Address China’s Actions in South China Sea

    MANILA – In a significant move, the Philippines, the United States, and Japan convened their first trilateral maritime dialogue in Japan, expressing deep concerns over China’s persistent obstruction and intimidation of Philippine ships in the West Philippine Sea. The meeting, which took place on Tuesday, was led by key figures from each nation: Ma. Theresa…