MANILA, Philippines — United States President Barack Obama and Philippine President Benigno Aquino III started bilateral meetings, along with officials from both sides, in Malacanang at around 2:30 p.m.
Before this, Obama signed the official guestbook in Malacanang.
Both leaders appeared to be in high spirits as they discussed issues during the meeting.
Security and trade issues are expected to be discussed in the meeting.
Later in the afternoon, both Obama and Aquino were expected to participate in a joint press conference in Malacanang.
(Eagle News Service)
