00:00President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is positive that the Philippines and Japan will strengthen their ties in defense, security, and economy.
00:09This was confirmed by the courtesy call of Japanese National Security Advisor Akiba Takeo in Malacanang.
00:17The two leaders discussed the strong partnership of the two countries that strengthens their efforts in various challenges.
00:25This includes strengthening the interoperability and the efforts to strengthen the position in the South China Sea.
00:34President Marcos also shared the success of strengthening the Reciprocal Access Agreement on December 16 after the Senate approved it.
00:45Everything is ready, and it is clear that the agreement is a success.
00:50The RAA also highlighted the interoperability of the Philippine Armed Forces and the Japan Self-Defense Forces
00:58to expand military cooperation, training, and strengthen the security and defense of both countries.
01:06The RAA was the first Japanese alliance in defense in Asia.
01:12Japanese Minister Ichiba Shigeru also conveyed to Akiba Takeo his support for the establishment of bilateral cooperation between Japan and the Philippines.
