Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said the first-ever trilateral summit between the United States, Japan, and the Philippines is a tacit recognition of the leadership of President Marcos, Jr. and his foreign policy stance of being a friend to all and an enemy to none, said a press release from the House of Representatives.
“This historic summit is an unequivocal recognition of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s leadership, bringing the Philippines to the forefront of regional cooperation and diplomacy,” said Romualdez, leader of the 300-plus strong House of Representatives.
“The outcomes of the trilateral summit affirm our country’s commitment to fostering strong and mutually beneficial partnerships with key allies like the United States and Japan,” he added.
Likewise, Romualdez pointed out that the first-ever trilateral summit of the three leaders acknowledges our country as a pivotal partner in advancing peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
He underscored that the recognition of the Philippines as an important partner by both the United States and Japan is a clear indication of the nation’s growing influence and strategic significance in the region.
“The historic meeting of US President Joe Biden, Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., marks a significant milestone in regional diplomacy as it reaffirms the Philippines’ role as an essential ally in promoting stability, security, and economic development across the Indo-Pacific,” Romualdez said.
During the trilateral summit, the discussions of the three leaders are expected to focus on enhancing cooperation in various areas of mutual concern, including defense, maritime security, trade, investment, and climate change, among others.
The collaborative efforts between the three nations aim to address shared challenges and seize opportunities for sustainable growth and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
Speaker Romualdez expresses confidence that the trilateral summit will pave the way for deeper engagement and collaboration among the United States, Japan, and the Philippines and would pay huge economic dividends in terms of job creation, as well as lucrative business opportunities for the Filipino people.
He reaffirmed the steadfast commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting the President’s initiatives for the promotion of regional stability, security, and economic progress which are essential in the realization of his vision to uplift the lives of the Filipino people.
“President Marcos, Jr. can count on the unwavering support of the House of Representatives for his initiatives to promote peace through rules-based order and diplomacy and spur economic development for the benefit not only of the Filipino people but of the greater international community,” Speaker Romualdez said.
As the Philippines continues to play a constructive role in regional affairs, Speaker Romualdez emphasizes the importance of maintaining open dialogue, fostering trust, and building strong partnerships with all nations committed to promoting peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.*
