President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations with Bangladesh, Palau, Armenia, Cuba, and Mongolia as he formally received the credentials of their newly appointed ambassadors.
During a ceremonial presentation at Malacañan Palace in Manila, Marcos expressed optimism that the new envoys would work closely with Philippine officials to deepen bilateral ties.
“President Marcos expressed his hope that the envoys would work closely with their Philippine counterparts to continue deepening bilateral ties, and encouraged them to take time to explore the Philippines,” the Presidential Communications Office said in a statement.
Marcos warmly welcomed Mohammad Sarwar Mahmood, Bangladesh’s resident ambassador to the Philippines, expressing confidence in expanding collaboration between the two nations in areas such as trade, labor, and regional cooperation.
The President also received the credentials of four non-resident ambassadors: Peter Adelbai of Palau, Suren Baghdasaryan of Armenia, Yadira Ledesma Hernandez of Cuba, and Enkhtaivan Dashnyam of Mongolia. He reaffirmed the Philippines’ readiness to foster closer cooperation in shared areas of interest, including education, healthcare, climate resilience, and cultural exchange.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo joined the President in welcoming the ambassadors, signaling the country’s continued pursuit of dynamic and inclusive diplomacy.
The ceremony marks another step in the Marcos administration’s efforts to build strong international partnerships and broaden the country’s diplomatic reach.
