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President Joe Biden is set to convene President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan for the inaugural trilateral U.S.-Japan-Philippines leaders’ summit on April 11 at the White House. The summit aims to bolster a trilateral partnership grounded in historical bonds, economic cooperation, and shared democratic values, with a focus on a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Central to the discussions will be the reaffirmation of the ironclad alliances between the United States and both the Philippines and Japan.

During the summit, the leaders will delve into various topics, including inclusive economic growth, emerging technologies, clean energy supply chains, climate cooperation, and regional peace and security. The meeting underscores the commitment of all three nations to collaborate on critical issues affecting the Indo-Pacific and global landscape.

In a separate meeting, President Biden will engage with President Marcos to review the significant strides made in U.S.-Philippines relations and explore avenues for expanded cooperation across multiple fronts. Discussions will encompass economic security, clean energy initiatives, enhancing people-to-people connections, and promoting human rights and democracy. The President will reaffirm the enduring alliance between the United States and the Philippines, emphasizing adherence to international law and the promotion of a free and open Indo-Pacific.