Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. in Washington, DC. The meeting took place ahead of a scheduled meeting between Presidents Marcos and Trump. Both leaders emphasized the significance of the United States-Philippines Alliance for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
The discussions included reaffirming their commitment to deterrence and reinforcing freedoms of navigation and overflight to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. Secretary Rubio and President Marcos also talked about advancing shared prosperity through initiatives like the Luzon Economic Corridor, focusing on strengthening supply chains and fostering economic growth for both nations.
They expressed anticipation for continued high-level engagement between the United States and the Philippines as allies, especially with the upcoming 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2026.
