Philippines, Palestine strengthen diplomatic ties in Manila meeting
Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa P. Lazaro hosted Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin, marking the first visit by a Palestinian top diplomat since the countries established ties in 1989.
The diplomats discussed ways to pursue “more robust and practical cooperation in areas of mutual interests such as higher education, consular cooperation, technical and vocational education and training, among others.”
“Both sides reiterated their commitment to building a strong, long-term strategic partnership that promotes peace, development, and shared values between the two nations,” a statement from the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs said.
Lazaro and Shahin also “addressed political and humanitarian challenges, the situation in Gaza and the West Bank, and the conditions of the Palestinian community in the Philippines,” according to a separate statement from the Palestinian Foreign Ministry.
The officials signed a Memorandum of Understanding on political consultations to deepen cooperation across multiple fields. Shahin is also expected to meet Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during her visit, running from Nov. 16 to 21.
Amid domestic scrutiny, the Philippines confirmed in September that it has made no new military acquisitions from Israel, which has killed nearly 69,500 Palestinians since October 2023.
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