EnergyTokyo to partner with Manila officials to design framework this yearJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, left, and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. meet May 28 in Japan. (Source photos by Ken Suzuki, Ken Kobayashi)MASATOSHI IDAMay 28, 2026 00:01 JSTTOKYO -- Japan will support the Philippines in its efforts to strengthen oil reserves, with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expected to reach an agreement Thursday at their summit.