(CNN Philippines) — United States President Joe Biden on Friday offered his condolences to Filipinos and the family of late former President Benigno Aquino III.

He underscored the late chief executive’s commitment to peace and rule of law. He also highlighted Aquino’s success in his economic reforms during his term from 2010 to 2016.

“President Aquino’s steadfast commitment to advancing peace, upholding the rule of law, and driving economic growth for all Filipinos, while taking bold steps to promote the rules-based international order, leaves a remarkable legacy at home and abroad that will endure for years to come,” he said in a statement.

He added, “I greatly valued our time working together.”

Biden served as the vice president of Barack Obama during Aquino’s six-year term.