Summary
- South Korea and the Philippines have upgraded their relationship to a strategic partnership.
- Both countries are facing increased aggression from neighbors, with the Philippines in conflict in the South China Sea and North Korea threatening Seoul.
- President Yoon stressed the need for peace in the South China Sea and condemned North Korea’s nuclear programs.
- Yoon pledged aid to upgrade the Philippines’ military and will continue his tour to Singapore and Laos for ASEAN summit.