UK minister for Asia meets with Philippines officialsMANILA, Philippines — The United Kingdom’s Minister for Asia Amanda Milling has renewed the British government’s commitment to work with the region on maritime security and the battle against COVID-19. Milling, who visited the Philippines from Oct. 7 to 9, met with senior government officials to further explore ways of strengthening bilateral relationship. During her three-day trip, Milling discussed trade and investment, climate change, regional security, COVID-19 pandemic and human rights with government officials. Milling’s arrival coincided with 75 years of diplomatic relations between the UK and the Philippines. It also marked the first stop on her tour of the Indo-Pacific which includes visits to Singapore and Japan.

Source: Philippine Star October 11, 2021 15:56 UTC