The Philippines and Vietnam have upgraded their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership, strengthening cooperation between two Southeast Asian nations that share maritime borders in the South China Sea. The move signals enhanced diplomatic coordination between countries seeking to maintain regional stability through dialogue and institutional ties.
The Diplomat · Monday, 1 June 2026
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that maintaining peace, stability, and the freedom of navigation in the South China Sea "remains non-negotiable" for both nations.
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