Manila, Aug. 28 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said the Philippines is open to working with the United States (US) "to an even greater extent" as he received members of the visiting US Senate Armed Services Committee Congressional Delegation at Malacanan Palace on Thursday.

Marcos welcomed Senators Roger Wicker and Deb Fischer, underscoring the "very, very close partnership" between Manila and Washington that has withstood the test of time.

"We are greatly appreciative of all the support that the United States has given us in the face of the challenges that we in the Philippines are facing... and we hope to continue working with you to an even greater extent," the President told the visiting delegation.

Marcos also emphasized the...