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Towards deepening Japan-Philippines strategic partnership
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru expressed his delight in visiting the Philippines, emphasizing the long-standing historical ties and the deep friendship built between the two nations.
The article highlights the historical trade relations between Japan and the Philippines dating back to the 16th century, with Japanese communities establishing themselves in Manila and immigrants settling in Baguio and Davao before World War II.
A significant moment in normalizing relations was President Quirino's pardon of Japanese war criminals and his declaration against harboring hate, fostering future friendship.
Japan and the Philippines have since built trust and cooperation, focusing on peace and prosperity with a forward-looking perspective.
The two countries are set to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the normalization of their diplomatic relations next year.
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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru will visit the Philippines from April 29 to 30 for his first bilateral visit as Prime Minister.
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared that the Philippines and Japan are experiencing a "golden age" of relations as they celebrate the 10th anniversary of their strengthened strategic partnership.
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House Speaker Martin Romualdez affirmed the Philippines' commitment to strengthening its partnership with Japan, welcoming Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. met with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in Malacañang Palace to discuss peace, security, and economic cooperation, highlighting the strategic partnership between the Philippines and Japan.
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The Philippines and Japan have initiated negotiations for an Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA) and have also finalized a Security of Information Agreement.
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