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PH, Cambodia to sign 3 pacts during PBBM State Visit

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September 6, 2025

Three major agreements are expected to be signed during President Marcos’ state visit to Cambodia next week, focusing on combating transnational crimes, strengthening higher education ties, and expanding air services between the two countries.

- By ARGYLL CYRUS GEDUCOS

In a pre-departure briefing in Malacañan, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Spokesperson Angelica Escalona said the agreements are among the expected highlights of the visit, which runs from Sept. 7 to 9.

“The visit is expected to result in agreements and initiatives that will expand cooperation and bring tangible benefits to both Filipinos and Cambodians,” she said.

“There are agreements on combating transnational crimes, higher education, and air services. So far, three po,” she added.

President Marcos and First Lady Liza AranetaMarcos will be received by Senate President Hun Sen, on behalf of King Norodom Sihamoni, before holding meetings with Prime Minister Hun Manet.

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