Zelenskyy, Marcos Map Closer Ukraine–Philippines Cooperation After Typhoon Condolences

Overview

• The two presidents held a call on November 27, during which Zelenskyy offered condolences for recent typhoon losses in the Philippines.
• They highlighted collaboration in food security, agriculture, and digitalization as immediate priorities.
• Zelenskyy outlined Ukraine’s work with the United States and other partners toward a guaranteed peace and thanked the Philippines for supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
• Both leaders said their teams will follow up soon on concrete steps, with no signed agreements or timelines announced.
• Zelenskyy proposed that the Philippines open an embassy in Ukraine, a move Marcos supported, as Ukraine’s embassy in Manila has operated for nearly a year, and they discussed Ukraine’s engagement with ASEAN during the Philippines’ 2026 chair.