President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. spoke with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the phone on Thursday to discuss key areas of cooperation between the Philippines and Germany.
The two leaders discussed strengthening defense and economic cooperation, among other areas of common interest.
“Just had a good conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz,” President Marcos said in a statement Thursday.
“We talked about strengthening our defense and economic cooperation, working together on regional issues, and creating more opportunities for our people,” the President said.
“I also thanked him for the kind invitation to visit Germany again soon 🇵ðŸ‡ðŸ‡©ðŸ‡ª,” added the Chief Executive.
President Marcos made a working visit to Germany on March 12 to 13, 2024, upon the invitation of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
The visit coincided with the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Merz was elected and sworn in as German Chancellor last May 6, 2025. | PND
