India, Aug. 6 -- Indian PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced India will offer free e-visas to Filipino tourists.

India announced the move in response to the Philippines government's decision to grant visa-free entry to Indian nationals.

The announcement was made during a joint press statement issued by Modi and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

The President is currently on a five-day tour to India.

After meeting the President, Modi said: "We are elevating the India-Philippines relationship to the level of a Strategic Partnership. This will bring new momentum and depth to our ties and further strengthen our cooperation in the areas of defence and security."

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