Philippines waives visas for visitors from Taiwan in boost for ties

Move continues Marcos' outreach as both sides face pressure from China

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A passenger arrives at Metro Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The Philippines will begin granting Taiwan passport holders visa-free entry. © Reuters

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TAIPEI -- The Philippines has waived tourist visa requirements for Taiwan passport holders, in the latest sign of warming relations between Taipei and Manila as both face pressure from China.

The Philippine government announced Thursday that starting July 1, visitors from Taiwan can enter the Philippines for 14 days without a visa. The Manila Economic and Cultural Office, the de facto embassy in Taipei, said the waiver only applies for tourism purposes, and is not extendable or convertible.

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