S. Korea's industry minister, Philippine delegation agree to strengthen econ. cooperation

South Korea's industry minister met with high-ranking government officials from the Philippines on Monday to discuss ways to strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries.

Minister Ahn Duk-geun held talks in Seoul with a 23-member Philippine delegation, during which both sides pledged to expand cooperation in trade, investment, and supply chain resilience.

They also agreed on the importance of deepening collaboration in critical minerals and clean energy.

The meeting comes as South Korea is seeking to diversify its export markets in response to growing global trade uncertainties caused by U.S. President Trump's tariff campaign.