PH, Japan foreign ministers discuss space, maritime issues, cybersecurity

Philippines-Japan flags. INQUIRER FILE PHOTOS

MANILA, Philippines — Department Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo on Friday reported holding a “great meeting” with his Japanese counterpart to discuss “deeper cooperation” between Manila and Tokyo.

Manalo expressed his appreciation to Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshihama for their talk. On Twitter, he wrote: “We covered a lot of ground, [including] a discussion on areas of deeper cooperation, such as space, maritime issues & cybersecurity.”

“We will continue to work closely together in solidifying our Strategic Partnership,” he added.

I thank Japan FM HAYASHI Yoshimasa for a great meeting. We covered a lot of ground, incl a discussion on areas of deeper cooperation, such as space,maritime issues & cybersecurity. We will continue to closely work together in solidifying our Strategic Partnership @MofaJapan_en pic.twitter.com/yKbubRLvO4

— Enrique A. Manalo 🇵🇭 (@SecManalo) February 10, 2023

Manalo is part of the Philippine delegation of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who embarked on a five-day official visit to Japan.

Seven agreements between the Philippines and Japan are expected to be signed during the visit.

The Philippines is expecting P150 billion in substantial returns after Marcos’ trip.

KGA