Secretary Rubio’s Call with Philippine President Marcos, Jr.
Office of the Spokesperson
Secretary Rubio’s Call with Philippine President Marcos, Jr.
The following is attributable to Spokesperson Thomas Pigott:
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. to discuss a range of bilateral economic and security priorities, including efforts to advance peace and security in the South China Sea. The Secretary reaffirmed U.S. commitment to developing the Luzon Economic Corridor and exploring ways to address the energy challenges in the region.
The Secretary emphasized the strength of the United States-Philippines Alliance and the continued close cooperation as the two countries commemorate 80 years of diplomatic relations and 75 years as Allies in 2026.
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