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US trip ‘very good start’ to advance PH interests on global stage
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. described his six-day working visit to the United States as successful, citing positive discussions with business partners and investors.
He noted that 80 percent of his discussions with potential and present business partners and investors could materialize, indicating a successful trip.
Marcos Jr. deemed his meeting with US President Joe Biden as "very significant," with both leaders discussing a wide range of issues to strengthen Philippines-US ties.
Biden and other US leaders expressed support for stepping up partnerships with the Philippines.
During his trip, Marcos Jr. also met with heads of state including Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Marcos Jr. invited American businesses to invest in the Philippines and discussed climate change and food security at the UN General Assembly.
He stated that gains from his engagements are expected to be felt in the coming months, with business leaders committing to invest in the Philippines' development and economic growth.
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