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PH maintains support to South Korea's position on denuclearization of Korean Peninsula

Published Oct 10, 2024 09:10 am

The Philippines has reaffirmed its support to South Korea's position of lasting peace, security, and stability in a denuclearized Korean Peninsula.

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President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. participates in the 25th Association of Southeast Asian Nations-Republic of Korea (ASEAN-ROK) Summit in Laos on Oct. 10, 2024.
(Photo courtesy of Malacañang)

President Marcos made the statement in his intervention during the 25th Association of Southeast Asian Nations-Republic of Korea (ASEAN-ROK) Summit in Laos on Thursday, Oct. 10.

"Allow me to reaffirm the Philippines’ strong and steadfast support for the ROK position for lasting peace, security, and stability in a denuclearized Korean Peninsula. We also welcome ROK’s efforts to promote peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula," Marcos said.

The President also called upon the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea "to constructively respond and abide by the rule of international law."

"The 'Audacious Initiative' and the 'August 15 Unification Doctrine' are important efforts in this regard. We call upon the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to constructively respond and abide by the rule of international law," Marcos said.

In his intervention, the President also welcomed the launching of the Comprehensive Strategic Partner initiative between the ASEAN and Republic of Korea, which he said would result in increased ASEAN-ROK collaboration on various areas.

“Today, we launch our Comprehensive Partnership with the ROK, which will now usher in a new era of cooperation between ASEAN and the ROK,” he said.

“The Philippines looks to continuing collaborative efforts to promote peace and stability in the region, particularly through maritime safety, security, and the protection of our marine environments, and we welcome initiatives under the Joint Statement of the 24th ASEAN-ROK Summit on Cooperation on the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific,” he further stated.

The President also welcomed the ROK’s contributions to upskilling in the region through the ASEAN-ROK Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) for ASEAN Mobility (TEAM) Project to improve the quality of its systems, and enhance its resilience and adaptability to technological advancements, digitalization, health emergencies, and climate change.

With regard to trade, he said the review and upgrade of the ASEAN-Korea Free Trade Agreement (AKFTA) must focus on strengthening trade relations to ensure mutual growth and prosperity.

“The proposed upgraded AKFTA should not only facilitate greater market access, but also foster a more inclusive and dynamic economic partnership that will be to the benefit of all parties involved, including our micro, small, and medium enterprises, unlocking new opportunities for our businesses and our people,” Marcos pointed out.

The President also emphasized the role of innovation and entrepreneurship to the region’s long-term economic development. He also welcomed the establishment of the ASEAN-Korea Industrial Innovation Centre (AKIIC) to support industrial development in ASEAN Member States.

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