Philippines’ Marcos Strikes Defense Deals in India

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos (R) shakes hands with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the ceremonial reception at India’s presidential palace Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on August 5, 2025. (Photo by Sajjad HUSSAIN / AFP)

The Philippines and India signed a raft of security deals Tuesday aimed at strengthening strategic ties between the nations as they navigate tensions with China across the Asia-Pacific.

President Ferdinand Marcos, on a five-day visit to India, was accorded a red carpet welcome and honour guard before he met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

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