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PH, South Korea reaffirm 'strong defense partnership'
The Philippines and the Republic of Korea (ROK) reaffirmed their strong defense ties during the 26th Joint Committee Meeting on Logistics and Defense Industry Cooperation held in Busan, South Korea.
The meeting, which concluded on February 7, aimed to support President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s directive to modernize the Filipino military.
Key discussions included defense modernization, technology transfer, and joint initiatives to bolster regional security.
The ROK reiterated its commitment to assisting the Philippines in its military capability development.
The Philippine delegation was led by DND Assistant Secretary Joselito Ramos, while the ROK delegation was headed by Vice Minister Kang Hwan Seug of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA).
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