Philippines and Vietnam upgrade ties to 'enhanced strategic partnership'

Nikkei Asia | June 1, 2026, 4:05 a.m. | Original

MANILA -- The Philippines and Vietnam have elevated bilateral relations to an "enhanced strategic partnership" in a bid to boost security and economic cooperation, it was announced on Monday during a state visit by Vietnamese President To Lam to Manila.

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