At the invitation of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited the Philippines on 8 September.
The leaders held a constructive meeting, including signing the Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership. They discussed strengthening cooperation on regional and national security, building stronger bonds between our people and enhancing our educational links.
In elevating the bilateral partnership, Australia and the Philippines committed to working together to realise our vision of an open, prosperous, peaceful and stable region.
It was the Prime Minister's first visit to the Philippines in an official capacity, and the first bilateral visit by an Australian Prime Minister to the Philippines in 20 years.