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PBBM and Chinese Premier Lee Qiang briefly confer after the former delivered his intervention during the ASEAN-China Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia on Wednesday (September 6, 2023)
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Chinese Premier Lee Qiang briefly confer after the former delivered his intervention during the ASEAN-China Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia on Wednesday (September 6, 2023). The President said that the Philippines will continue to push for cooperation with China and work towards more partnerships and collaboration. He earlier said that he is pleased with the latest developments in the negotiations for a Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea and that the Philippines will assert its rights in accordance with international law.

Pagkakaisa at sama-samang aksyon para sa kapakanan ng bawat Pilipino ang muling ipinagtibay ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa kanyang mensahe sa Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas Convention, kung saan nagtipon ang Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD), Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC), National Unity Party (NUP), at Nacionalista Party (NP). Nilagdaan ng limang partido ang Manifesto ng Alyansa, at inendorso rin ng Pangulo ang lineup ng tatakbo sa 2025 senate election.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. accepted the credentials of H.E. Mariomassimo Santoro, the European Union Ambassador-designate to the Philippines, on September 25, 2024. The leaders highlighted areas for deeper collaboration, including strengthening trade relations and promoting cooperation in climate action and green energy. They also discussed infrastructure development, digital transformation, and expanding educational and cultural exchanges.

On September 25, 2024, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. formally received the credentials from H.E. Saija Nurminen, the Finnish Ambassador-designate to the Philippines. The meeting comes ahead of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Finland, which began on July 14, 1955.

PBBM receives the credentials of H.E. Emma Hickey, the Irish Ambassador-designate to the Philippines
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed H.E. Emma Hickey, the Irish Ambassador-designate to the Philippines, during her presentation of credentials today, September 25, 2024. During the meeting, PBBM noted the importance of fostering strong diplomatic ties despite geographic distances, while Ambassador Hickey emphasized the warmth and kindness of the Filipino people and their ability to adapt to various cultures. Both leaders expressed optimism for a fruitful relationship between the two countries, highlighting shared values and a commitment to enhancing cooperation in various areas.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is pushing for the reorganization of water management in the country through the creation of a Department of Water Resources.

Following their previous discussion in December 2023, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with H.E. Saleh As’ad Saleh Mohammad, the departing Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the Philippines, for a farewell call today. The President conveyed his appreciation for the Ambassador's efforts in strengthening ties between the two nations, while Ambassador Mohammad expressed gratitude for the cooperation extended by the Philippine government throughout his service.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has vowed continued support to Filipino seafarers as he led the Ceremonial Signing of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers at Malacañan Palace on Monday.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. urged media practitioners on Friday “to keep pushing the boundaries” of being a journalist, as well as innovate and adapt without compromising their principles.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. warmly received H.E. Prabowo Subianto, President-elect of the Republic of Indonesia, for a courtesy call at Malacañan Palace today. The discussions centered on strengthening ties between the Philippines and Indonesia, with both leaders addressing key regional issues and exploring areas for enhanced cooperation.