Ukraine to open embassy in Manila, says Zelensky

June 3, 2024 - 6:01 PM
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy delivers opening remarks during a bilateral meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. at the Malacanang Palace in Manila, Philippines, June 3, 2024. (Jam Sta Rosa/Pool via Reuters)

 Ukraine will open an embassy in Manila this year, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday in a bilateral meeting with Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

—Reporting by Neil Jerome Morales; Editing by John Mair

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