Telephone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Philippines Rodrigo Duterte
Prime
Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on telephone with President of
Philippines, His Excellency Rodrigo Duterte, and discussed the steps
being taken by the two Governments to address the challenges arising out
of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Both
leaders expressed appreciation for the cooperation extended to ensure
the welfare of their citizens in each other's territory, as also for
their repatriation home, during the ongoing health crisis. The
Philippines President also appreciated the steps taken by India to
maintain supply of essential pharmaceutical products to the
Philippines.
Prime
Minister assured President Duterte of India's commitment to support the
Philippines in its fight against the pandemic, and stressed that
India's well-established capacity for manufacturing affordable
pharmaceutical products, including for an eventual vaccine once it is
found, would continue to be deployed for the benefit of entire humanity.
The
leaders shared their satisfaction at the progress seen in recent years
in all aspects of the bilateral relationship, including defence
cooperation. Prime Minister emphasised that India sees the Philippines
as a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific Region.
Prime
Minister conveyed his best wishes to His Excellency President Duterte
and the people of the Philippines for the forthcoming National Day of
the Philippines.
Source: PIB
0 Comments