Is this the beginning of an interesting friendship?
“On Wed, Nov 9, President Rodrigo Duterte greeted Donald Trump, who was just elected President of the United States,” reports ABS-CBN News.
A statement released by the Office of Communications Secretary declares: “President Duterte wishes President-elect Trump success in the next four years as Chief Executive and commander-in chief of the U.S. military, and looks forward to working with the incoming administration for enhanced Philippines-US relations anchored on mutual respect, mutual benefit and shared commitment to democratic ideals and the rule of law.”
The statement added, “The United States presidential elections is a testament to the enduring traditions of its democratic system and the American way of life. The two-party system gives American voters freedom of choice based on party platforms, not just on personalities.”
