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Marcos, US VP Harris tackle economic and defense cooperation
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. met with United States Vice President Kamala Harris at the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in San Francisco.
The leaders discussed continued economic and defense cooperation between Manila and Washington.
Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez confirmed the meeting, noting the existing friendly relationship and past discussions on the US alliance commitment to the Philippines.
The meeting with Harris was expected to focus on promoting economic growth and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
President Marcos Jr. also held separate meetings with Peruvian President Dina Boluarte and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during his visit.
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