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Philippines President Marcos Jr praised his India visit as highly productive, emphasizing the strong bilateral ties. He met PM Modi and President Murmu, marking 75 years of diplomatic relations. The visit focused on strengthening Indo-Pacific cooperation and strategic partnerships. Marcos Jr’s delegation included First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos and key ministers.

Key Points: Marcos Jr Calls India Visit Productive Amid 75 Years of Ties

  • Marcos Jr highlights enduring India-Philippines ties during 75th anniversary
  • Meets PM Modi and EAM Jaishankar for strategic talks
  • First official visit since 2022 presidency
  • Stresses Indo-Pacific as key evolution for regional stability
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Philippines President Marcos calls India visit productive and constructive

Philippines President Marcos Jr lauds India visit as historic amid diplomatic milestone, strengthening Indo-Pacific alliance with PM Modi and President Murmu.

"It has been one of my most productive and constructive visits – Ferdinand Marcos Jr"

New Delhi, August 6

Calling it one of the "most productive and constructive" visits he has ever had, Philippines President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr on Tuesday credited this to the "enduring closeness" between India and the Philippines.

Speaking at the banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Marcos Jr. said, "It has been one of my most productive and constructive visits that I have ever had, and I attribute this to the enduring closeness between the Philippines and India."

President Droupadi Murmu formally welcomed President Marcos Jr. at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour. This visit marks a significant milestone as both countries celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations.

In a post on X, the President of India said, "President Droupadi Murmu received President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. of the Philippines at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour. Both leaders agreed that this visit, which coincides with the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, will help in building a strong Strategic Partnership between India and the Philippines."

https://x.com/rashtrapatibhvn/status/1952757285802959272

Earlier on Monday, Marcos Jr. met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to kick off his five-day official visit to India. He also held wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House.

Speaking at Rashtrapati Bhavan forecourt, the visiting Philippines President also remarked, "Indo-Pacific is the correct evolution of Asia Pacific," describing his visit as a reaffirmation of the alliance between India and the Philippines.

This is the first official visit to India by a President of the Philippines since Marcos Jr. assumed office in 2022. He is accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos and a high-level delegation, including several Cabinet ministers.

The Philippines' President is visiting India from August 4-8.

- ANI

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Priya S
While diplomatic visits are important, I hope our government also focuses on resolving domestic issues like inflation. These photo ops won't put food on common people's plates.
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Rohit P
The Philippines is an important partner in countering China's aggression in South China Sea. Smart move by India to deepen strategic ties! Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As an expat in Manila, I'm thrilled to see this development! The cultural exchanges between our countries could be amazing - from Bollywood to Filipino teleseryas!
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Vikram M
75 years of relations is no small feat! Both democracies should work together more in technology and defense sectors. Philippines could benefit from India's IT expertise.
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Kavya N
The banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan must have been spectacular! Would love to see the menu - hope they served some Indian and Filipino fusion dishes! 😋

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