Yoon: Phl, South Korea relations stronger than ever

Bilateral relations between the Philippines and South Korea are now stronger than ever as the two nations mark 75 years of diplomatic relations, celebrating decades of "friendship forged in blood" between brothers-inarms who fought side-by-side during the Korean War.

- BY MICHAEL PUNONGBAYAN

For South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol who arrived for a two-day visit to Manila yesterday, Filipinos will continue to hold a special place in the hearts of South Koreans as the first Southeast Asian country to establish diplomatic ties with Korea in 1949.

"It is a great pleasure to visit the Philippines, a long-standing friend and partner of Korea, especially in this meaningful year marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our two countries," he told The STAR as he thanked Filipinos for the warm welcome and President Marcos and First Lady Liza Marcos for the invitation.