My statement: europa.eu/!rgD48X

Very happy for taking part as a speaker to the STRATBASE Conference on the 9th anniversary of the 2016 arbitral award, together with an impressive number of PH 🇵🇭 and international partners committed in supporting the rules-based international order. 📷 STRATBASE

Every flood, fire, and storm can carry a story of lives destroyed. On the EU Day for the Victims of the Global Climate Crisis, we honour those affected by its impact & act for a safer future. By preparing our homes, infrastructure, economy, and health systems, we protect lives.

Productive meeting with Senator JV Ejercito today. We had insightful exchanges on 🇪🇺-🇵🇭 cooperation, particularly on security and economic growth. Looking forward to deeper collaboration in these vital areas! #EUinthePhilippines #PHsenate

Very good meeting with Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso! We discussed about cooperation on green economy, disaster resilience and cultural initiatives! 🇪🇺🇵🇭

"The 🇪🇺 engagement in the justice sector in the 🇵🇭 stems from our mandate to contribute to democracy, the rule of law, & the promotion & protection of human rights", said EU Ambassador to the PH 🇪🇺🇵🇭 in his column The Philippine Star today. 📖 more encr.pw/HK8Kt 📸 GOJUST

A warm thank you Senate President Chiz Escudero and Senator Win Gatchalian for an inspiring discussion over dinner with my fellow 🇪🇺 Member State Ambassadors on 🇵🇭 legislative activities and on reinforcing our cooperation!

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Productive meeting with Bangsamoro Government Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua! We exchanged in opportunities and challenges ahead, the upcoming BARMM parliamentary elections as well as 🇪🇺 actions supporting sustainable peace & inclusive development in BARMM.

Engaging with representatives of civil society in BARMM. Listening to their voices helps the European Union in reinforcing our partnership with 🇵🇭 and BARMM. Thank you for the valuable insights!

Excited to learn from community members in Upi, Maguindanao del Norte, on how the School of Living Tradition, supported by the 🇪🇺 can impact their everyday life and support the preservation of indigenous identity and culture!

Join EU-ASEAN essay contest now. 📩⤵️

🇪🇺 Deeply saddened by the loss of lives and devastation caused by the recent typhoons and floods across the Philippines. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. The EU stands in solidarity with the Filipino people during this difficult time. 🇪🇺🇵🇭

Honoured to attend the opening of the 20th Philippine Senate and the #SONA2025. The EU supports the Philippines in upholding democracy, the rule of law, and human rights - the foundations of our enduring partnership and shared values. 🇪🇺🇵🇭

The European Commission launched a public consultation to seek views to help shape the future of EU external fisheries action. It 🇪🇺 is calling on interested 🇵🇭 stakeholders to join the online consultation: website.europa.eu/!Yvr47W Info: shorturl.at/ih8of Submit by 15 Sept.

Productive exchange of views with editors and journalists of the oldest newspaper in 🇵🇭: The Manila Times. Full interview is available here: streaming.manilatimes.net/watch/97563158

The EU 🇪🇺 has released over Php 33 million in humanitarian aid to help those affected by floods, particularly from Calabarzon and Central Luzon. More info here ⤵️ europa.eu/!VFd9t9 European Commission EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺 DFA Philippines 🇵🇭

Only 6.2% of the global population, yet Indigenous Peoples protect most of Earth’s biodiversity. They face violence and exclusion, but their voices are rising. In 2023, 43% of murdered environmental defenders were Indigenous. Read statement: europa.eu/!YqTkdX

The EU Delegation to the Philippines led by Mr Frederic Grillet, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. and Erasmus alumni from Campus Erasmus organised a send-off to honor the incoming Erasmus scholars. Congratulations dear scholars!!! europa.eu/!HkJ8vK

"The European Union’s 🇪🇺steadfast support serves as a vital catalyst in this journey, offering expertise, resources and partnerships that empower the region to address challenges and reach its goals", said EU Ambassador to the PH 🇪🇺🇵🇭 in his column The Philippine Star today. 📖 sl1nk.com/Rp4Rh