Spokesman Harry Roque stated that the Philippine President congratulates U.S. President-Elect Joe Biden. “On behalf of the Filipino nation, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte wishes to extend his warm congratulations to former Vice President Joseph ‘Joe’ Biden on his election as the new President of the United States of America,” said Roque.

According to Roque, In the last part of the statement, Duterte expressed his desire to further strengthen the relationship between the Philippines and the U.S. in Biden’s new administration.

He added, “The Philippines and the United States have long-standing bilateral relations and we are committed to further enhancing the relations with the United States under the Biden administration. “We look forward to working closely with the new administration of President-elect Biden anchored on mutual respect, mutual benefit, and shared commitment to democracy, freedom and the rule of law. Congratulations and we wish him all the best.”

Last Saturday, November 7 (U.S. time), Biden was appointed 46th President of the United States after a four-day vote count.

Currently, more than 75 million American citizens have voted for Biden. Its opponent, the reelectionist candidate and incumbent U.S., garnered more than 70.8 million votes. President Donald Trump.