New Zealand's Prime Minister, Chris Luxon, arrived in Manila to strengthen ties with the Philippines, discussing maritime security amid tensions in the South China Sea. Luxon had meetings with President Bongbong Marcos to advance economic interests.
Honoured to have been hosted for dinner by President @bongbongmarcos and the First Lady at the stately Malacañang Palace last night, after a day of good discussions that will advance both New Zealand’s and the Philippines’ economic interests. https://t.co/gnWkNuVnwV
In official visit to PH, New Zealand PM discusses regional, global conflicts with Marcos https://t.co/c1Hj9iUCEU
Philippines, New Zealand eye forces deal, share concern over South China Sea https://t.co/ZR3UX51SM7 https://t.co/QV4cr2lR2F
The Philippines and New Zealand agree to elevate bilateral ties and cooperate on maritime security amid growing tensions in the South China Sea between Manila and Beijing https://t.co/EB6RAgMTeL
Arriving in Manila with Paulo Garcia this morning to kick off the last leg of my three country South East Asia mission. New Zealand looks forward to translating our shared interests with the Philippines into a future filled with opportunities for our two countries. https://t.co/j3ujypmXfg