Philippines and Vietnam Upgrade Ties to Strategic Level
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and Vietnam leader To Lam signed new defense and economic agreements in Manila to strengthen regional stability. Both nations reaffirmed that peace in the South China Sea remains non-negotiable under international law.
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Philippines and Vietnam elevated their relationship to an enhanced strategic partnership during a state visit to Manila to secure South China Sea stability. The move upgrades a 10-year-old alliance and follows the first joint coast guard exercises in 2024. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the partnership is non-negotiable for maintaining peace and a rules-based order in the region.
