Qatari Ambassador to the Philippines Ahmed Saad Nasser Abdullah Al-Homidi pays a courtesy visit to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at the Malacañan Palace. —Photo courtesy of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Facebook
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos on Wednesday vowed to bolster the “very strong connection” between the Philippines and Qatar as Doha hosts the third Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) this month.
He gave the assurance in a meeting with Qatari Ambassador Ahmed Saad Nasser Abdullah Al-Homidi, called on Mr. Marcos in Malacañang.
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“We made a very strong connection. I think that will be always good for both our countries,” Marcos told the Qatari envoy.
Article continues after this advertisementIn social media posts, the President also expressed regret that he cannot attend the ACD in Doha from Oct. 2 to Oct. 4.
Article continues after this advertisementThe ACD is a forum composed of 35 Asian countries aimed at promoting Asian development, regional cooperation and unity.
“While I am unable to attend, I assured him that the Philippines will be ably represented at the event. We remain committed to mutually beneficial global cooperation,” Marcos said.
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