Marcos in Japan: A state visit with arms sales and China in mind

TOKYO (AP) — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is receiving an exceptional level of hospitality that included a palace banquet during a four-day state visit to Japan that culminated Thursday, May 28. The visit sends a clear message that Tokyo is keen to upgrade ties with a nation it sees as a key defense partner — and major arms customer — at a time of fears over China’s military activity in Asia. Marcos’ visit, which will end Friday, included a meeting on Wednesday with Emperor Naruhito, who gave him the Grand Cordon of the Supreme Order of the Chrysanthemum, one of […]... Keep on reading: Marcos in Japan: A state visit with arms sales and China in mind

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer