Music Room, Malacañan Palace 5 August 2013 President Benigno S. Aquino III conferred the Order of Sikatuna with the rank of Datu Katangiang Ginto (Grand Cross, Gold Distinction) on outgoing Canadian Ambassador to the Philippines Christopher Thornley in Malacañang. Ambassador Thornely was recognized for his invaluable contributions to the bilateral partnership between the Philippines and continue reading : Farewell Call of Ambassador Christopher Thornely