During a bilateral meeting at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. extended an official invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend this year's 21st East Asia Summit held in Manila, highlighting opportunities for enhanced regional cooperation.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has formally invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Manila later this year for the 21st East Asia Summit, a key regional forum scheduled as part of the Philippines’ hosting duties for the ASEAN Summits in 2026. This invitation was extended during a bilateral meeting between the two leaders on the sidelines of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit held in Kazan, Russia. The Presidential Communications Office confirmed the exchange, noting that as ASEAN chair, President Marcos emphasized the summit’s role in promoting a stable, secure, and prosperous East Asia region. The meeting also covered the potential expansion of cooperation in energy, food security, trade, and agriculture. Both leaders acknowledged existing frameworks for collaboration, including the Joint Russia-Philippine Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, with President Marcos highlighting the benefits of regular political consultations to deepen ties. President Putin noted a longstanding tradition of mutual respect between Russia and the Philippines, expressing optimism for enhanced bilateral cooperation. The invitation and discussions underscore ongoing efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic links between the Philippines, Russia, and ASEAN members amid broader regional development goals.
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- https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/991840/marcos-putin-manila-east-asia-summit-asean/story/
