US EditionPhilippines President Marcos to Visit India on August 4-8: What to Expect?
INDIA, JUL 31 – The visit marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and aims to enhance cooperation in defence, trade, and maritime security, with bilateral trade reaching $3.54 billion in 2023-24.
- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines will undertake an official trip to India from August 4 to 8, 2025, following an invitation extended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- This visit comes as India and the Philippines commemorate 75 years of diplomatic ties, which were first established in November 1949.
- During his visit, President Marcos will engage in bilateral discussions with Prime Minister Modi on August 5, hold meetings with President Droupadi Murmu and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, connect with business leaders, and travel to Bengaluru before concluding his trip.
- Bilateral trade between the two nations reached about $3.54 billion in 2023-2024, and following the Philippines’ recent decision to permit Indian citizens to enter without a visa for stays up to 14 days, travel interest from India increased by 28%, according to data from Atlys.
- The visit provides an opportunity to deepen cooperation in trade, defense, maritime security, healthcare, digital technologies, and regional issues, reflecting the strong and multi-faceted partnership between the two countries.
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