Philippines And South Korea Deepen Strategic Ties.

On March 3, 2026, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung arrived in Manila for a high-level state visit. The two nations have committed to a significant expansion of cooperation across several critical sectors. The leaders signed agreements to collaborate on nuclear power development and artificial intelligence technology. Discussions focused on maritime security and South Korea’s role in modernizing the Philippine fleet through shipbuilding partnerships. President Lee explicitly backed the Philippines’ 2026 chairmanship of ASEAN, emphasizing a unified front on regional stability.

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