MANILA, June 29 — Presidential Communications Operation Office (PCOO) Secretary Martin M. Andanar on Thursday commended the Philippine-China cooperation to boost the country’s communications skills.
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Wednesday, June 28 expressed appreciation to the assistance of the Chinese to the country as he graced the 140th Founding Anniversary of the Philippine Chinese Charitable Association Inc. (PCCAI).
Staying true to its bilateral relations with the Philippines, the government of the People’s Republic of China donated P15 million for the relief operations and rehabilitation of the besieged City of Marawi.
The President has already made clear in his media interview in Cagayan de Oro that as the Commander-in-Chief he allowed the Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines to decide on matters pertaining to martial law.
The United States is assisting the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in its operations in Marawi but this is limited to technical assistance.
Malacañang on Thursday, June 8, welcomed the report saying that the Philippine manufacturing sector now tops ASEAN countries.
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — President Rodrigo Duterte visited on Sunday, June 4, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Escort Flotilla One comprised of helicopter carrier JS Izumo and guided missile destroyer JS Sazanami berthed here for a four-day port visit to the Philippines.
The Palace wishes to announce that President Rodrigo Roa Duterte will not proceed with his scheduled visit to Japan next month to address the 23rd Nikkei International Conference on the Future of Asia.
MOSCOW, RUSSIA — Delegates of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation gathered on Thursday, May 25, at the Four Seasons Hotel here with Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez at the helm to build up confidence in robust trade and business prospects of signed agreements between the two countries.
At the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, President of the Republic of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte paid an official visit to Russia on May 22 – 24, 2017. Negotiations with Vladimir Putin were held on May 23, 2017.
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano expressed his gratitude to his counterpart Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for Russia’s commitment to broaden relations with the Philippines in various spheres.
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Several agreements enhancing the relations between the Philippines and the Russian Federation were signed Wednesday night, May 24, in a press conference attended by Cabinet secretaries led by Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano.
Moscow, Russia — President Rodrigo Duterte said his official visit to Moscow in Russia has been very productive, despite having to cut short his trip.
MOSCOW, RUSSIA — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Tuesday evening, May 23, held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin here, saying that the Philippines is seeking the friendship of Russia.
MOSCOW — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte arrived here on Monday, May 22, for a four-day official visit which aims to further strengthen bilateral relations with Russia.
DAVAO CITY ─ President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Monday, May 22 left for Russia, saying that his landmark visit will emphasize the Philippines’ independent foreign policy.
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte is slated to conduct an official visit to Russia from May 23 to 26, 2017 upon the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
BEIJING, CHINA—As part of its renewed friendship and deeper bilateral ties, President Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jin Ping witnessed the signing of three agreements following an expanded bilateral meeting between the two leaders.
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Monday, May 15 highlighted the strengthening of bilateral relations with China during his meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang.
DAVAO CITY – President Rodrigo Duterte arrived on Tuesday, May 16, in the Philippines from his official visits to Cambodia and China, and working visit in Hong Kong, promised to look for ways to further strengthen collaboration with China and other Southeast Asian nations.
BEIJING, CHINA – In a bid to strengthen cooperation with Asian neighbors, Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte held his first bilateral meeting with Mongolian Prime Minister Jargaltulga Erdenebat on 14 May 2017.
HONG KONG — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte arrived here on Thursday night (May 11) for a two-day working visit after his successful trip to Cambodia for his participation at the World Economic Forum.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte arrived here on Wednesday, May 10 to participate at the World Economic Forum (WEF) for Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) 2017.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia — President Rodrigo Roa Duterte will meet with business leaders and chief executive officers during separate sessions at the World Economic Forum (WEF) for Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) 2017.
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte will embark on a visit to Cambodia, Hong Kong, and Beijing, China from May 10 to 15.
The Duterte administration is charting the path of broader diplomatic relations with the international community, and the renewed ties with Russia and China provide a healthy opportunity to appreciate and understand these two countries.
DAVAO CITY — President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, May 1, 2017, visited China’s Navy flagship destroyer Changchun docked at Sasa Port in Davao City saying it would be the start of a greater cooperation with the Chinese military particularly against piracy.
The Philippines’ successful hosting of the 30th Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit concluded with leaders working towards the realization of ASEAN Vision 2025.
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Saturday, April 29 said the discussions during the 30th Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) Summit were “productive and fruitful.”
President Rodrigo Duterte and several foreign leaders gathered in Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila on Saturday evening, 29 April for a gala dinner hosted by the Philippines during the 30th Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit.
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