President Rodrigo Roa Duterte receives the credentials of the resident Ambassador-Designate to the Philippines, His Excellency William John Carlos of Ireland in a ceremony at the Reception Hall in Malacañan Palace on December 15, 2021.

Ambassador William John Carlos of Ireland presents his letter of credence to President Rodrigo Roa Duterte during the presentation of credentials at the Malacañang Palace on December 15, 2021. SIMEON CELI/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte interacts with Ireland Ambassador William John Carlos after the latter presented his letter of credence to the President during a courtesy call at the Malacañang Palace on December 15, 2021. RICHARD MADELO/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte discusses matters with Ireland Ambassador William John Carlos during a short audience with the President after the presentation of credentials at the Malacañang Palace on December 15, 2021. SIMEON CELI/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO