Philippines President Marcos Says 'We Share the Same Aspirations' as Canada
The leaders signed agreements on energy, labour and tourism and pledged to pursue a free trade deal as Canada expands Indo-Pacific ties.
- On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed agreements covering energy, natural resources, labour, and tourism during a high-level meeting in Vancouver.
- Marking the first visit by a Philippine head of state in 11 years, the trip aims to strengthen bilateral ties as Carney targets a trade agreement conclusion before his November summit in Manila.
- With nearly one million people in Canada identifying as Filipino, Marcos emphasized crafting a "mutually beneficial talent pipeline" to help professionals practice their trades while ensuring fair treatment and labour mobility.
- Beyond economic deals, Canada continues supporting the Philippines through Dark Vessel Detection technology to identify illegal fishing and maritime activity, building on security frameworks signed in November.
- This visit demonstrates the success of Canada's four-year-old Indo-Pacific strategy, as the Philippines seeks Canadian oil, gas, and nuclear technology to bolster energy security amid global instability.
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