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World View with Marites Vitug: How PH-India ties shape business and culture
The Philippines and India have officially established a "strategic partnership" following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s state visit to India in August, marking a significant elevation of their 75-year diplomatic relationship.
This enhanced partnership aims to deepen cooperation across various sectors including defense, security, trade, science and technology, and tourism.
With this new designation, India becomes the fifth strategic partner of the Philippines.
The development is expected to have implications for both business and cultural exchanges between the two nations.
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