Japan has elevated ties with the Philippines to a “comprehensive strategic partnership” during a state visit by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., following talks with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo.
The upgrade reflects closer Indo-Pacific security cooperation amid rising maritime tensions, with both governments emphasising a rules-based order, defence coordination and economic resilience.
Marcos Jr delivered a rare address to the Japanese parliament
Talks included a proposed intelligence-sharing agreement (GSOMIA)
Expanded defence cooperation, joint exercises and equipment transfers
New investment commitments and energy cooperation frameworks
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Japan and Philippines Elevate Ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
