Philippines, New Zealand to elevate relations to 'comprehensive partnership'
Philippines, New Zealand to elevate relations to 'comprehensive partnership'
The Philippines and New Zealand will elevate relations to a "comprehensive partnership" in 2026, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Thursday.
New Zealand is also committed to stepping up its defence relationship with the Philippines, Luxon told a joint press conference after a bilateral meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The two countries will celebrate their 60th year of diplomatic relations in 2026.
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