President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. congratulated US President-elect Donald Trump on his victory in the recent election.
In a statement, Marcos Jr. expressed optimism for a more fruitful and dynamic partnership between the Philippines and the US.
“We look forward to working with President Trump on a wide range of issues that will yield mutual benefits for two nations with deep ties, shared beliefs, a common vision, and a long history of working together,” the President said.
“I am hopeful that this unshakeable alliance, tested in war and peace, will be a force for good, blazing a path of prosperity and amity in the region and on both sides of the Pacific,” he added.
The Philippines and the US have a strong history of cooperation in areas like defense, trade, energy, climate action, digital transformation, infrastructure, and humanitarian aid.
Meanwhile, Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to the longstanding partnership, saying , “This is a durable partnership to which the Philippines is fully committed, because it is founded on the ideals we share: freedom and democracy.”
He expressed confidence that Trump’s leadership will create a brighter future for both countries.IMT
