NATIONAL
Advocates Philippines
Marcos to Embark on Five-Day Official Visit to U.S
Photo credit: PBBM
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is set to embark on an official visit to the United States from April 30 to May 4.
In a statement on Friday, April 21, Malacañang said that the aim of the visit is to reaffirm the special relationship between the Philippines and the United States.
The president's schedule includes a meeting with US President Joe Biden on May 1, followed by an extended meeting with important Cabinet officials.
"The visit will reaffirm the bonds of friendship that give definition and significance to the many facets of the bilateral relationship, underpinned by the close affinity shared by Filipinos and Americans alike for many years," Malacañang said.
Malacañang added that the trip will also advance efforts to strengthen political ties, establish enduring socio-economic partnerships, and enhance defense and security cooperation.
Marcos is anticipated to promote the Philippines' socio-economic and development objectives and foster closer collaboration in fields such as agriculture, energy, climate change, digital transformation and technology, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, supply chains, and infrastructure.
The United States is a key trade and official development assistance partner, and both nations share a commitment to building more dynamic economic relations.
Malacañang said that the visit will underscore the unwavering commitment of both nations to being trustworthy and resilient allies and partners, particularly during times of crisis and prosperity in a challenging global and regional setting.
In a statement on Friday, April 21, Malacañang said that the aim of the visit is to reaffirm the special relationship between the Philippines and the United States.
The president's schedule includes a meeting with US President Joe Biden on May 1, followed by an extended meeting with important Cabinet officials.
"The visit will reaffirm the bonds of friendship that give definition and significance to the many facets of the bilateral relationship, underpinned by the close affinity shared by Filipinos and Americans alike for many years," Malacañang said.
Malacañang added that the trip will also advance efforts to strengthen political ties, establish enduring socio-economic partnerships, and enhance defense and security cooperation.
Marcos is anticipated to promote the Philippines' socio-economic and development objectives and foster closer collaboration in fields such as agriculture, energy, climate change, digital transformation and technology, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, supply chains, and infrastructure.
The United States is a key trade and official development assistance partner, and both nations share a commitment to building more dynamic economic relations.
Malacañang said that the visit will underscore the unwavering commitment of both nations to being trustworthy and resilient allies and partners, particularly during times of crisis and prosperity in a challenging global and regional setting.
Apr 21, 2023
