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PH, Vietnam in talks for ‘comprehensive strategic partnership’
The Philippines and Vietnam are holding productive discussions to elevate their strategic partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. confirmed these productive conversations during a meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo previously disclosed the Philippines' intention to upgrade the existing strategic partnership.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to developing diplomatic relations and noted the significant progress made since President Marcos Jr.'s visit to Vietnam in January 2024.
The two nations also aim to expand economic and trade cooperation.
Furthermore, they plan to strengthen collaboration in agriculture and food security.
Enhanced people-to-people exchanges in education, tourism, and cultural engagement are also part of their goals.
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