MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday thanked the Israeli government for taking care of Filipinos in the Middle Eastern country amid conflict.
“I wish to express our gratitude to Israel for the care and support extended to Filipinos working and living in your country,” he said in a phone call with Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
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“Israel’s swift assistance in ensuring their safety, especially during these challenging times, means a great deal to us,” he added.
Marcos noted that Israel, home to around 30,000 Filipinos, remains as one of the Philippines’ trusted bilateral partners in the Middle East region “with a historic friendship that predates the establishment of the Israeli state.”
“We remain hopeful for a swift path to peace, and together, may we continue to build on the strong bonds between our nations,” Marcos also said.