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PH, Japan 'broaden, deepen' ties with 7 key accords

Published Feb 9, 2023 07:44 pm

TOKYO, Japan — The Philippines and Japan have further "broadened" and "deepened" their bilateral relations after the signing of seven key agreements between the two countries here on Thursday, Feb. 9.

President 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio at the Prime Minister's Office in Tokyo, Japan.

This was witnessed by President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio following their bilateral meeting at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

The seven agreements signed earlier cover various areas of cooperation, including humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, infrastructure, agriculture, and digital cooperation.

"The Prime Minister and I have just had a deeply engaging bilateral meeting covering the full range of Philippines-Japan bilateral relations. After our meeting, I can confidently say that our Strategic Partnership is stronger than ever as we navigate, together, the rough waters buffeting our region," Marcos said.

"The future of our relationship remains full of promise as we continue to deepen and expand our engagements across a wide range of mutually beneficial cooperation," he added.

These agreements exchanged between the countries are:

  1. Exchange of Notes on Japanese Official Development Project: North-South Commuter Railway Extension (NSCR) Project (II)
  2. Exchange of Notes on Japanese Official Development Project: NSCR - Malolos to Tutuban Project (II)
  3. Loan Agreement for the NSCR Extension Project (II)
  4. Loan Agreement for the NSCR - Malolos to Tutuban Project (II)
  5. Umbrella Term of Reference (TOR) on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Cooperation
  6. Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) between the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries on Agriculture Cooperation
  7. MOC in the Field of Information and Communications Technology

According to Marcos, the agreement on digital cooperation demonstrates the two countries' plans to cooperate in the new global and digital economy. This would provide an "added connectivity in every facet of our relationship."

He lauded the agricultural cooperation, saying it was aligned with his priority to harness the agricultural sector and ensure food security.

He added that the cooperation on infrastructure highlights the value this administration places on connectivity and improving transportation services.

"It is also a testament to Japan's contribution to uplifting the daily lives of ordinary Filipinos by sharing Japanese technology and expertise in infrastructure and connectivity," he said.

During their joint press statement, Prime Minister Kishida said the deals "confirm the broadening and deepening of the bilateral relations that will indicate the direction for our shared future."

"President Marcos' visit to Japan gives us a renewed momentum for our two nations to further upgrade our bilateral partnerships, we have seen in many areas over the recent years, to an even higher dimension, and for us to make further contributions to the peace and stability of the region and the world," he said.

President Marcos described Japan as a "trusted friend and a solid and steadfast partner in our quest for peace and progress."

"We share common principles of democracy, respect for human rights, and the rule of law," he said.

"In July, we will celebrate the 67th anniversary of the normalization of our diplomatic relations. Our partnership continues to be among the Philippines' most resilient and dynamic in the region," he added.

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