Romualdez pledges expanded PH-Japan parliamentary cooperation

House Speaker Martin Romualdez pledged on Tuesday to expand parliamentary cooperation with Japan during Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's two-day visit.

Romualdez emphasized Japan's indispensable role in supporting the Philippines' development, economic security, and national resilience.

He highlighted sectors such as infrastructure, economy, and military where Japan has a significant impact, noting its investments in sustainable growth.

Romualdez also underscored the importance of the Reciprocal Access Agreement signed with Japan, marking a new milestone in defense cooperation amid regional challenges.

Both nations aim to deepen their ties through initiatives that uphold sovereignty and promote shared prosperity and peace.