Manila, Sept. 24 -- A delegation of Ukrainian parliamentarians visiting the Philippines cited the "huge potentials" for collaboration with Manila, particularly in boosting trade and developing the defense industry, including the possible co-production of drones.

Ukrainian Member of Parliament Vadym Halaichuk said the Philippines, a staunch supporter of just and lasting peace in Ukraine, was well-positioned to become a priority partner in Kyiv's policy for Ukrainian restoration.

"President Zelensky made it very clear that Ukraine's policy towards restoration and forming partnerships is that we will be forming these partnerships with our friends, with allies, and we will not be giving those contracts to countries that have helped Russia i...