US EditionThe Philippines’ President in India: What to Know About Marcos ‘Bongbong’ Junior
DELHI, INDIA, AUG 5 – Philippines President Marcos Jr's first visit since 2022 aims to deepen bilateral ties in trade, defence, and technology during the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
- On August 5, 2025, in New Delhi, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr began his maiden State Visit with a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- This is the first visit by Marcos Jr since assuming office in 2022, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of India-Philippines diplomatic ties.
- In his Monday call, S. Jaishankar stated 'Delighted to call on President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr of the Philippines,' expressing confidence that his talks with PM Narendra Modi will deepen ties.
- Modi and Marcos Jr agreed at Hyderabad House that the visit will help build a strong strategic partnership between India and the Philippines.
- India and the Philippines view the visit as a step in strengthening strategic and economic cooperation, spanning trade, investment, defence, maritime security, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, digital technologies, agriculture and education.
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