Marcos Jr. hails 'productive' Russia visit, seeking economic and security cooperation
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. described his working visit to Kazan, Russia, as "very productive" upon his return to Manila. Discussions at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit and bilateral meetings covered regional and international developments, including the South China Sea and counter-terrorism, alongside efforts to strengthen bilateral ties.
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