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Amid heightened U.S. immigration policies, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to address key issues, including trade, defense, and immigration. The visit comes in light of recent deportations of Filipino immigrants linked to criminal allegations. Marcos emphasizes the importance of Filipinos in the U.S. workforce and hopes to influence U.S. immigration policies during their discussions. While the timing of the meeting remains undecided, both leaders are expected to explore ways to enhance bilateral relations amid concerns over aid suspensions and policy changes.