In a significant diplomatic engagement, Philippine Foreign Affairs Minister Enrique Manalo hosted India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for a joint press conference in Manila. During the event, Jaishankar emphasized the growing bilateral ties between India and the Philippines, highlighting their roles as important maritime nations within the Indo-Pacific region. He stated, "We're not only important maritime nations, but we are at two ends of the Indo Pacific. Not exactly the end, the Philippines is in the middle.", affirming India's support for the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty. The press conference was covered by various news outlets, including Rappler, Reuters, and PTI, underscoring its importance in the context of regional diplomacy and cooperation.
#NewsAlert | India supports the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty, EAM Jaishankar in Manila | reported by news agency PTI
India supports the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty, EAM Jaishankar in Manila
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#WATCH | Manila: Addressing a press conference with Philippines Secretary for Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo, EAM Dr S Jaishankar says, "We're not only important maritime nations, but we are at two ends of the Indo Pacific. Not exactly the end, the Philippines is in the middle.… https://t.co/AJnAXCYU9X
Philippine Foreign Affairs Minister Enrique Manalo hosts India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for a joint presser in Manila Watch it on Rappler: https://t.co/5YWzEvPNmk
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