Jake Sullivan, the National Security Advisor, discussed matters with Philippine National Security Advisor General Eduardo M. Ano through a telephone call today. During the call, the two confirmed the lasting partnership and friendship between our nations, and made a pact to carry on collaborating to take care of issues that affect both of us, for example insuring a free and open Indo-Pacific. The two also talked about activities and plans that the United States and the Philippines will be working on together, as well as methods to enhance the strong relationship between the two nations. The initial announcement of a conversation between National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan of the United States and the Philipines’ National Security Advisor Eduardo M. Ano was released on The White House.