President Marcos may discuss tensions over Taiwan with US President Joe Biden at the White House next week, but the focus of talks will be on trade and investment, a top diplomat said on Tuesday. Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez told Reuters that Mr. Marcos would prioritize economic discussions on energy, climate and trade during his first official visit to Washington on May 1. 'China, of course, is our number one trading partner,' Romualdez said. 'Japan is also a trading partner.

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