Vietnam's Top Leader Visits Philippines for Official Welcome
Vietnam's top leader has made an official state visit to the Philippines, a trip aimed at strengthening bilateral ties as both nations approach the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the Philippines prepares to chair ASEAN in 2026. The leader also met with the Vietnamese community and businesses based in the Philippines.
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