Reception Hall, Malacañan Palace
August 8, 2023

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. received His Excellency António Serifo Embaló, non-resident Ambassador-Designate of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau to the Philippines, at the Reception Hall in Malacañan Palace.

In his brief remarks, Ambassador-Designate Embaló mentioned Guinea-Bissau’s offerings to the Philippines for investment opportunities in the areas of agriculture, fisheries and infrastructure, among others.

In response, President Marcos Jr. highlighted the good relations enjoyed by the two countries. He also expressed his desire to deepen bilateral relations and to make them more relevant amid the changing times.

Diplomatic relations between the Philippines and the Republic of Guinea-Bissau date back to October 1977 that was established through an exchange of notes.

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