Tokyo, Japan
February 10, 2023

In continuation of his Official Visit to Japan, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. keynoted a high-power luncheon and networking event organized by premier Japanese business organizations set in Tokyo.

In his remarks, President Marcos Jr. extended his warmest gratitude to the organizers for facilitating the event that served as a venue for the Philippines to forge new connections in business, as well as to establish new opportunities and knowledge in advancing the country’s partnership with Japan’s business sector.

“I hope that the synergies we establish with our Japanese partners today continue to grow. Hopefully beyond profit and commerce, these partnerships extend to lifelong friendships,” the President remarked.

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual, together with the officials and executives of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI), Japan-Philippines Economic Cooperation Committee, Mitsubishi Corporation and Marubeni Corporation, joined the event.

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