Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. engaged in a telephone conversation on Thursday, reaffirming the strong ties between their nations. According to Sebastian Hille, the deputy government spokesman, the discussion highlighted the positive trajectory of German-Philippine relations.
The Philippines, as a key member of ASEAN and through bilateral engagements, holds significant importance for Germany within the region. Both leaders agreed to explore avenues for deepening economic cooperation and fostering a more intensive partnership.
Germany is recognized as the Philippines’ foremost trade and investment partner within the European Union. Notably, the deployment of Filipino caregivers to Germany has been ongoing for several years, representing a key element of the evolving relationship between the two countries. Both governments expressed optimism regarding future collaborative opportunities.
