Philippine Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Monday called for closer cooperation between Taiwan and the Philippines, saying their security is closely linked amid growing tensions with China.“What affects Taiwan will affect the Philippines and vice versa,” Pangilinan told the Central News Agency. Add TT as Preferred Source Philippine Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Monday called for closer cooperation between Taiwan and the Philippines, saying their security is closely linked amid growing tensions.