Manila, June 20 -- The Philippines is positioning itself as a regional logistics hub, given its strategic geographic location in Asia and with ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity and attract investments, according to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

In an interview with Russia Today during his working visit to Kazan, Russia, Marcos noted that Manila sits at the center of major Asian capitals, making it an ideal transshipment and distribution point for regional trade.

"It's a natural for the Philippines to be that hub. Our geographical location puts us literally in the center. Manila is four hours or less flight away from every single major Asian capital," Marcos said.

"And immediately, that gives us an advantage. And in fact, that...