SUCCESSFUL TRIP. Presidential Communications Office Secretary Dave Gomez says President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s official visit to Canada was a success, highlighting the elevation of Philippines-Canada relations to a strategic partnership. Gomez on Saturday (July 4, 2026) also cited the signing of four bilateral agreements and commitments to expand trade, investments and cooperation between the two countries. (PNA photo by Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos)
VANCOUVER — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s visit to Canada was deemed a success by Acting Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Dave Gomez on Saturday, pointing to upgraded bilateral ties and new pacts.
According to Gomez, the four-day visit, marking a historic first for a Philippine president in over a decade, successfully mapped out a strategic partnership and expanded bilateral trade and investment opportunities.
He said Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney recognized the Philippines as one of Canada’s key partners in the Indo-Pacific, while also highlighting the valuable contributions of over 1 million Filipinos living in the host country.
“So, talagang napakahalaga sa kanila ‘yung partnership natin at ng mga Pilipino dito sa bansang Canada (the partnership between the Philippines and Canada is very important),” Gomez said.
