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Philippines' Marcos Seeks Closer Ties with China Amid Energy Crisis

4/1/2026

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Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., the President of the Philippines, seeks to deepen ties with China amid an energy crisis.
He acknowledged China's agricultural support and hopes for renewed oil and gas exploration cooperation in the South China Sea.
Recent talks signaled a thaw, but skepticism remains as the Philippines maintains military cooperation with the United States and Japan.

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Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., the President of the Philippines, seeks to deepen ties with China amid an energy crisis.
He acknowledged China's agricultural support and hopes for renewed oil and gas exploration cooperation in the South China Sea.
Recent talks signaled a thaw, but skepticism remains as the Philippines maintains military cooperation with the United States and Japan.