Israel lauds Philippines for successful elections

(Update) THE State of Israel has joined members of the international community in congratulating the Philippines for the successful conduct of the local and national elections on Monday, May 9.A congratulatory message to the Philippines, a copy of which was sent by the Embassy of Israel in Manila to The Manila Times, states:”Mabuhay! We congratulate the Philippines for demonstrating democracy through the national and local elections last May 9. “Israel will continue to work closely with the incoming administration of the Philippines to strengthen the friendly historic ties of our nations and to deepen the existing partnerships in agriculture, food security, water, tourism, innovation and technology, [and] defense, among others.”On Wednesday, Zhao Lijian, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, also commended the
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