epa02974668 Philippine president Benigno Aquino III (R) and Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd (L) smile during courtesy visit inside Malacanang presidential palace in Manila, Philippines on 21 October 2011. Rudd will hold bilateral talks with Philippine government officials which they are expected to discuss advancement of political and economic ties, as well as cooperation on defense, development and climate change. EPA/FRANCIS R. MALASIG