Philippines President Marcos Jr flying to Indonesia and Singapore on first foreign trip

Marcos Jr. will also fly to the United States to speak at the UN General Assembly on Sept 20, Department of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Teresita Daza said in an online news conference. - AP

MANILA, Sept 3 (AP): Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will travel to Indonesia and Singapore on his first overseas trip since taking office in June to strengthen security ties and discuss problems confronting the region, including strife in Myanmar, officials said Friday.

Marcos Jr. will also fly to the United States to speak at the UN General Assembly on Sept 20, Department of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Teresita Daza said in an online news conference.