878 words, 74 years ago, changed Europe forever. 🇪🇺 Schuman Declaration's vision for peace & unity lives on. #EuropeDay #EUDiplomacy

👇 More from my latest PhilStar column: bit.ly/3USRDZC

Offered perspectives on 🇪🇺 EU #economic developments in the Philippines with the European Chamber of Commerce. 🇵🇭 Negotiations for an EU-PH #FTA and continued development initiatives open doors for enhanced cooperation. 🤝💼 #EUinPH

📸 ECCP

🇪🇺🇵🇭 Celebrating #EUPH60 🎉 From Rizal's influence in Europe to the lighting of EU colors at Rizal Park, this enduring relationship symbolizes the shared values of freedom, democracy, and cultural exchange. Going full circle, it signifies the profound impact Rizal's ideas had on…

We joined Mayor Abby Binay in honoring the National Days of various diplomatic missions. 🏙️ #Makati City shares a special connection with the EU as the home of the #EUinPH Delegation! 🇪🇺🤝🇵🇭

📸 City Government of Makati

Curious about foreign direct investment pledges from the EU to the Philippines? 🇪🇺🤝🇵🇭 The PSA shows that pledges reached €12.43 billion (₱746 billion) in 2023. 👏

☑️ Check the latest #ThursdayTradeTreat . #EUinPH

Present with the families in Caloocan at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Dambana ng Paghilom. A powerful symbol of the journey towards healing and hope. The EU continues to engage in human rights and access to justice as pillars of our partnership. #EUinPH 🕊️

📸 Office of…

Dangerous manoeuvres, water cannoning, floating barrier, or any aggressive behaviours, is a threat to safety of life at sea, the freedom of navigation, and the prohibition of the use of force or coercion. In short, this is against international law.

Sending off Rose with appreciation for her exceptional work after 9 incredible years at EUinthePhilippines🇪🇺🇵🇭. Wishing you success in your future endeavors! 🌹🌟

Here’s a glimpse of Los Cantantes de Manila's performance at the 'Sounds of Celebration' Festival, where they earned the 🇪🇺🇵🇭 Cultural Award 🏆. Excited to see them perform again for #EUPH60 ! 🎶 #EUinPH
#SoundsofCelebrationEUPH

Moved to tears after my second reading of “Some People Need Killing.” I’m honoured and privileged to share a few moments with 🇵🇭 author Patricia Evangelista, a talented journalist. A must-read for anyone who loves and tries to understand contemporary 🇵🇭 and beyond, our world.

Captivating performances from Filipino choirs at the “Sounds of Celebration” Festival, commemorating 60 years of 🇪🇺🇵🇭 EU-PH diplomatic ties through the universal language of music. 🎼 #EUPH60 #EUinPH

This morning, #TeamEurope had a meaningful exchange with 🇵🇭 Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo 🇵🇭. Our dialogue emphasized 60 years of EU-PH ties and looking ahead to a future of collaboration. 🇪🇺🤝🇵🇭 #EUDiplomacy #EUPH60 #EUinPH

📸 DFA-OPD Royce Pantua

Honoured to join Sec. Centino to the opening of #ALALAYAN2024 , a national maritime exercise in the Philippines supported by the EU's #IORIS platform. 🇵🇭🇪🇺

The EU & Philippines are strengthening cooperation on #maritime security & safety. This exercise is a prime example!

Delighted to meet with #Lithuania Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis🇱🇹 in Manila, discussing the EU’s commitments and ways to enhance partnerships in the Philippines.
🇪🇺🤝🇱🇹🤝🇵🇭 #EUDiplomacy #EUinPH

Excited to witness cultural performances 🎭 that affirm #Aklan ’s rich traditions alongside Cong. Ted Haresco and the local leaders. Abo gid nga saeamat! 👋 #BiyaheNiLuc #EUinPH

📸 Niño Carlo Suñer

👏 Amazed at the artistry behind harvesting and weaving of the 🇵🇭 #Aklan piña, recognized as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity List. 🌐 #BiyaheNiLuc #EUinPH

Productive meeting with Cong. Carlito Marquez on science and technology, especially 💻 digital innovation through EU-PH initiatives 🇪🇺🤝🇵🇭 such as the Copernicus #CopPHIL programme and EU #GlobalGateway . 🛰️🌐 #BiyaheNiLuc #EUinPH

📸 Niño Carlo Suñer

🌟 Excited to share highlights from #Aklan ! Joined by Gov. Jose Enrique Miraflores for discussions on economic growth. The province’s expo at the Aklan Trade Hall showcased 🇵🇭 local products and their brilliant craftsmanship. #BiyaheNiLuc #EUinPH

📸 Niño Carlo Suñer

Made a stop at the📍Motag Living Museum in #Aklan . I was amazed at seeing 🇵🇭 Aklanon traditions and practices being preserved through interactive cultural demos.🌴🥥 #BiyaheNiLuc

Thank you Mayor Juris Sucro for welcoming me to #Kalibo ! 🙌 Engaging discussions on the municipality's vibrant heritage and upcoming developments, while also learning more about mangrove efforts at Bakhawan Eco-Park. 🌿 #BiyaheNiLuc #EUinPH