The leaders of Indonesia and the Philippines have decided to strengthen their political and economic relations.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Indonesian President Joko Widodo agreed to strengthen bilateral ties during a three-day official visit in Manila. The leaders discussed ways to enhance trade and market access, and Indonesia sought the Philippines' support related to special safeguard measures on Indonesian coffee products. They also discussed regional events of mutual interest, predominantly the South China Sea and its recent tensions between China and the Philippines.

January 09, 2024
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