Philippines/United Kingdom: President Aquino receives courtesy call from UK Foreign Minister.

Section: General News - President Benigno S. Aquino III received a courtesy call Wednesday morning from the new Minister of State of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) of the United Kingdom, Jeremy Browne.

The meeting was held at the Music Room of Malacanan Palace, and increased trade and investment between the Philippines and the UK topped the agenda. They likewise discussed ways to improve the capability of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, as well as possible assistance from the British government in Mindanao peace efforts.

Browne also took the opportunity to extend Britain's appreciation of the role of Filipino workers, especially nurses and caregivers, …