Duterte looking forward to closely working with Biden – Palace

MANILA, Philippines – President Rodrigo Duterte said he is “looking forward to closely working” with Joseph Biden as he congratulated the latter for winning the United States presidential elections.
“On behalf of the Filipino nation, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte wishes to extend his warm congratulations to former Vice President Joseph “Joe” Biden on his election as the new President of the United States of America,” Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said in a statement.
“We look forward to working closely with the new administration of President-elect Biden anchored on mutual respect, mutual benefit, and shared commitment to democracy, freedom and the rule of law,” he added.
Roque also said that the Philippines is committed to further strengthening its ties with the US under Biden’s administration.
“The Philippines and the United States have long-standing bilateral relations and we are committed to further enhancing the relations with the United States under the Biden administration,” he said.
“Congratulations and we wish him all the best,” he added.
Democrat Biden became the 46th President of the United States after he defeated Republican Donald Trump, according to US media on Sunday.