Dhaka, Aug. 5 -- India and the Philippines on Tuesday announced an upgraded strategic partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, defense, and maritime security.

The agreement was made following bilateral talks in New Delhi between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos.

According to Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, the two nations also agreed to enhance collaboration in areas such as space, tourism, culture, and digital technologies.

Following the talks, Prime Minister Modi said both countries are committed to promoting peace, security, prosperity, and a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific region. President Marcos echoed similar views, saying the strat...