The Aquino government continues to push for accountability and reform in governance, and strengthening bilateral relationships toward increased cooperation in matters of regional and global concern to attain its goal to make the Philippines a safe, progressive, and stable nation.
Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda issued the statement on Thursday following the arrival of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra of the Kingdom of Thailand for an official visit to the Philippines.
"The fight against corruption and poverty is indivisible and multi-faceted; the push for accountability and reform in governance, and the strengthening of bilateral relationships toward increased cooperation in matters of regional and global concern, such as the economy and security, are ways in which we are pursuing our vision of a safe, progressive, and stable nation," Lacierda said.
"Today he meets the Prime Minister of Thailand, Yingluck Shinawatra, and will engage in a dialogue on improving the investment climate in Southeast Asia, mitigating the risk of natural disasters and climate change, as well as security concerns such as the West Philippine Sea," he said.
Lacierda said the first official visit of PM Shinawatra to the Philippines will further develop the 63-year-old strong ties that our country shares with Thailand.
He noted that the President’s continuing efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations with Thailand come on the heels of his recent discussions with delegations from the United States Congress.
In separate meetings with American congressmen and senators, the President discussed the Philippine position on the West Philippine Sea, which was favorably received by the American lawmakers, according to Lacierda.
(www.president.gov.ph)
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