🔹 EU Diplomatic Visit to the Philippines

European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy VP European Commission Kaja Kallas

European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas, is on an official visit to the Philippines from June 1 to 2, 2025. This marks her first visit to the country since assuming her position in December 2024 .

🤝 Purpose of the Visit

The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic relations between the Philippines and the European Union, emphasizing shared commitments to political dialogue, peace, stability, and sustainable development .

🗓️ Key Meetings and Engagements

• June 2: Kallas is scheduled to meet with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. 

• June 2: She will also hold discussions with Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo, followed by a press conference .

• Additional meetings are planned with Philippine Coast Guard Commandant Ronnie Gil Gavan and National Security Adviser Eduardo Año .

• Kallas will engage with students during a town hall meeting at De La Salle University and meet with civil society representatives .

• This visit underscores the EU's commitment to enhancing its strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly with Southeast Asian nations like the Philippines .

Sources: Department of Foreign Affairs, The Manila Times

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