PBBM, German Chancellor discuss economic and defense ties

Updated Fri, August 1, 2025 at 10:36 AM Published Thu, July 31, 2025 at 7:11 PM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a phone call to strengthen economic and defense ties between the Philippines and Germany.

The leaders discussed enhancing cooperation in defense, economics, and regional issues, aiming to create more opportunities for their citizens.

This discussion follows a defense agreement signed in May between the two nations to establish a framework for bilateral defense partnership.

President Marcos Jr. also received an invitation to visit Germany again, having previously visited in March 2024.

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