Ex-legislator Praises Marcos’ US Visit for Strengthening Trade and Defense Ties
July 26, 2025
Quezon city: Economist and former Albay 2nd District Representative Joey Salceda commended President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s recent visit to the United States, describing it as a significant achievement in securing a comprehensive package of trade, investment, and defense cooperation for the Philippines. According to Philippines News Agency, Salceda spoke at a news forum in Quezon City, emphasizing that the visit marked a pivotal moment for the country, with parallels drawn to the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA). Salceda, who chairs the Institute for Risk and Strategic Studies (Salceda Research), highlighted the achievement of a JPEPA-style framework with the United
