Philippines eases decades-old restrictions on Taiwan visits by officials

Marcos' move opens door for closer cooperation as both face China pressure

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Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has signed an order scaling back restrictions on government officials engaging with Taiwan. © Reuters

THOMPSON CHAU and RAMON ROYANDOYAN

TAIPEI/MANILA -- The Philippines has eased restrictions on visits to Taiwan and engagement with its officials, paving the way for closer ties as both sides face intensifying military pressure from China.

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