Biden: US-Philippines partnership is 'ironclad'

President Joe Biden reiterated the U.S. commitment to the Philippines' security and noted the “deep friendship” of the two nations as he welcomed Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for White House talks on Monday.

Marcos’ official visit to Washington is the first by a Philippine president in more than 10 years. Marcos said the relationship was essential as Philippines and the Pacific finds itself in “possibly the most complicated geopolitical situation in the world right now.” The two sides are expected to discuss the security situation and come out with new economic, education, climate and other initiatives as part of Marcos’ four-day visit to Washington.