New Delhi, March 19 -- Philippines Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo highlighted the rapid growth of India-Philippines ties as both nations celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, underlining the expanded cooperation in key sectors like renewable energy, maritime security, cybersecurity, AI, and health, while reaffirming the need for a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Speaking to ANI, Manalo stressed the deep-rooted partnership between the two countries and the expansion of cooperation in multiple sectors.

"We are celebrating the 75th anniversary of official relations between the Philippines and India, even though we have been partners for centuries... In the last 4 or 5 years, our relationship has really grown by leaps and...