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PBBM and key officials participated in a photo opportunity with UNDRR representatives at the Philippine International Convention Center
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. was joined by Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga, Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro, H.E. Kamal Kishore, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction and Head of the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), and Mr. Marco Toscano Rivalta, Chief of the UNDRR Regional Office for Asia-Pacific, at the Grand Staircase of the Philippine International Convention Center for a photo opportunity with ministers and heads of delegation.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his gratitude Friday to outgoing Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Kazuhiko Koshikawa particularly as Japan and the Philippines enter a new phase in their relationship in terms of defense and security, trade and investment, infrastructure development, as well as advancing peace in Mindanao.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos engaged in a discussion with Governor-General David Hurley and Mrs. Linda Hurley at the Government House in Canberra, Australia. During the meeting, they explored various bilateral matters, encompassing diplomatic relations, economic partnerships, and cultural exchanges.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. participated in a dialogue with Opposition Leader Peter Dutton during his second day in Canberra as a Guest of Government. The Hon. Dutton underscored the significance of bilateral relations and the invaluable contributions of the Filipinos to Australian society.
During a state luncheon hosted by Governor-General David Hurley and Mrs. Linda Hurley, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of cooperation in addressing regional security issues, climate change, and technological advancements.PBBM thanked Governor-General Hurley for the invitation and offered a toast to the health of Australia's leaders and the success of the Strategic Partnership.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with Senate President Sue Lines and House Speaker Milton Dick during his visit to Canberra. The legislators acknowledged the contributions and admirable qualities of the Filipino community in Australia.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos received a ceremonial welcome upon their arrival at the Government House in Canberra, Australia. Governor-General David Hurley and Mrs. Linda Hurley witnessed the signing of the guest book by the President and First Lady.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on the Australian Parliament on Thursday on the need for the Philippines and Australia to join forces along with their allies against threats to the rule of law, to stability and peace in the Indo-Pacific region.
At least three agreements were signed during the state visit of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in Canberra where he addressed the Parliament of Australia.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived at the Parliament House and signed the guest book, initiating his diplomatic activities on the second day of his Australia visit as Guest of Government.
