Philippine Embassy in Hungary

𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗚 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗔𝗣𝗡𝗘𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗣𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗔𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗧

31 May 2026, Budapest — The Philippine Embassy in Budapest, led by Ambassador Maria Elena Algabre, attended the opening ceremony of the 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗻𝗲𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 on 31 May 2026 at Duna Arena in Budapest.

During the ceremony, Ambassador Algabre met with Filipino athletes Ida Felisse Marasigan, Farrah Asia-Galos, Vincent Valbuena, Maria Zosa, and Nico Guzman, who are representing the Philippines at the championship from 𝟮 𝘁𝗼 𝟲 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. She conveyed the Embassy’s support and words of encouragement, wishing the athletes every success as they compete on the international stage and proudly represent the country.

The event marks the 36th World Championships in Freediving and the first edition to be held under the World Apnea. Organized by AIDA International in partnership with Oxygen Apnea Club, the championship brings together the world's top freedivers with 264 athletes from 60 countries, including 125 women and 137 men, competing across four pool disciplines.

Members of the Filipino community and sports enthusiasts in Hungary are encouraged to cheer on and support the Filipino athletes as they compete against the world's best freedivers.

𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘦, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴, 𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦, 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦: https://www.aidainternational.org/EventPage/4852

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𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘌𝘮𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘰 𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘶𝘤𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯!

𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗗𝗥. 𝗝𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗛 𝗬𝗔𝗣 𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗔 𝗖𝗨𝗠 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗦 𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗨𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗘Ö𝗧𝗩Ö𝗦 𝗟𝗢𝗥Á𝗡𝗗 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 (𝗘𝗟𝗧𝗘)

21 May 2026, Budapest – The Philippine Embassy in Budapest warmly congratulated Dr. Joseph M. Yap on his exceptional academic achievement for graduating Summa Cum Laude from Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE). Dr. Yap, a Science Patronage Grantee under the National Research, Development and Innovation Office (NRDI) of Hungary and a Stipendium Hungaricum Scholar, successfully completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Literary and Cultural Studies (Library and Information Science) in February 2026.

Following his graduation ceremony on 13 May 2026, Dr. Yap paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Maria Elena Algabre on 21 May 2026, during which he shared his academic journey, student life experiences in Hungary, and professional aspirations.

The Philippine Embassy commended Dr. Yap for his dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence, which have brought pride and honor to the Philippines. The Embassy likewise extended its best wishes for his continued success in his future academic and professional endeavors. END.

𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗣𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗗 𝗕𝗢𝗡𝗨𝗦 𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗔 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗔𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟

30 April 2026, Budapest — The Philippine Embassy in Budapest, led by Ambassador Maria Elena Algabre, attended the world premiere of 𝘈𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘞𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘭, a contemporary dance production by the Inversedance Zoltán Fodor Company presented during the 26th Budapest Dance Festival. The performance featured Filipino dancer and choreographer Clark David Bonus Ortega alongside Taiwanese co-choreographer Yun-Ju Huang.

Staged at the National Dance Theatre, the production was conceived and choreographed by Mr. Ortega and Ms. Huang, marking the second original work created by the artistic duo. Mr. Ortega also performed in the piece, further highlighting Filipino artistic excellence on the international stage. Through expressive movement and evocative choreography, the performance explored themes of memory, transformation, loss, and emotional rebirth.

The Embassy congratulated Mr. Ortega and the Inversedance Zoltán Fodor Company on the successful premiere and commended their valuable contribution to promoting cultural and artistic collaboration through contemporary dance.

Mr. Ortega obtained his Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) degree in Dance, majoring in Contemporary Dance, from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts in 2019 as a full scholar. An accomplished and award-winning artist, he received the Outstanding Student Artist for Dance (Ballet) award in 2015 and the Manolo Rosado Award for Best Male Performer at the first Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Ballet Competition in 2014. In February 2020, he joined Inversedance, a Hungarian dance company known for innovative contemporary performances with regular stage productions at the National Dance Theatre and major dance festivals in Hungary. END

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𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗗𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛

23 April 2026, Budapest — Philippine food and culture were showcased through a series of activities held at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) and Corvinus University of Budapest on 23 April 2026, and at the University of Pécs on 28 March 2026. These events brought together students, diplomats, cultural organizations, and members of the Hungarian and international community in Hungary to celebrate cultural diversity. The celebration in each university gave the Philippine Embassy and Filipino students in Hungary the opportunity to promote greater appreciation of Filipino heritage through traditional cuisine, music, performances, and interactive activities.

𝗘ö𝘁𝘃ö𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝗿á𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 (𝗘𝗟𝗧𝗘) 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆

The Philippine Embassy in Budapest, led by Ambassador Maria Elena P. Algabre, together with the Association of Filipino Students in Hungary (AFSHu), participated in the Cultural Connection Day 2026 at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE).

This year’s edition gathered more than 25 embassies and diplomatic missions, international student associations from across Hungary, and performers to celebrate cultural diversity and promote intercultural exchange.

In celebration of Filipino Food Month, observed every April, the Embassy featured a selection of traditional Filipino delicacies that delighted guests and showcased the rich flavors of Philippine cuisine.

Among the featured dishes were Biko, a classic Filipino dessert made from glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk and sweetened with brown sugar, topped with rich caramelized coconut; Sapin-sapin, a colorful layered delicacy made from glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, and sugar, flavored with ube and coconut and topped with toasted coconut curds; Maja Blanca, a creamy dessert made from coconut milk, cornstarch, sugar, and corn kernels, and Homemade Ube Macapuno ice cream, a well-loved Filipino treat combining purple yam (ube), sweetened macapuno (a soft, jelly-like coconut), heavy cream, and condensed milk, known for its rich and creamy flavor.

Additional treats, including dried mangoes and assorted Philippine-made candies, were also offered to the visitors. The Philippine booth attracted a significant amount of interest, with many attendees expressing enthusiasm and appreciation for the opportunity to taste Filipino delicacies.

A highlight of the Philippine booth was the homemade Ube Macapuno ice cream, which proved to be a crowd favorite among the attendees. The traditional Filipino ice cream cart likewise attracted considerable attention and added a festive and authentic touch to the presentation of Filipino culture. Visitors also enjoyed trying a traditional Filipino yo-yo game, with participants receiving free ice cream as a reward.

A notable part of the program at ELTE was a musical performance by Mr. Aldeth Garas, who sang “MAPA” by SB19 and “Liwanag sa Dilim” by Rivermaya. His performance was warmly received by the audience and added an inspiring dimension to the cultural program.

𝗖𝗼𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆

In addition to its participation in the Cultural Connection Day 2026 at Eötvös Loránd University, the Embassy also supported Filipino students in their participation in the Corvinus Cultural Day 2026 held at Corvinus University of Budapest, which took place on the same day.
In coordination with the AFSHu, and in observance of Filipino Food Month, the Philippine booth showcased a variety of traditional Filipino delicacies, including Sapin-sapin, Maja Blanca, and Biko, offering visitors a taste of authentic Filipino cuisine and culinary traditions. Traditional Philippine products and textiles, including woven handicrafts, abaca items, and fabrics featuring indigenous Filipino designs, were likewise displayed to highlight the country’s rich artistic and cultural heritage

Cultural materials and tourism brochures introducing visitors to Philippine destinations, heritage, and traditions were also presented. Through these activities, the Philippine booth provided Hungarian and international students with an opportunity to learn more about Filipino culture, hospitality, and the country’s diverse cultural traditions, while promoting intercultural exchange within the university community.

Organized by the International Department of the Students’ Union of Corvinus University, the university’s annual Cultural Day brought together Hungarian and international students from various countries through cultural booths and traditional food presentations, celebrating cultural diversity and promoting intercultural exchange within the university community.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣é𝗰𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Filipino students from the University of Pécs also proudly represented the Philippines at their International Evening. The “Grand Masquerade”-themed event was an evening showcasing distinct cultures through food, performances, and camaraderie.

The Filipino representatives shared samples of Filipino dishes such as Mango Graham Cake and delivered an entertaining on-stage performance that was well received by the audience. They also had the opportunity to showcase Barong and Filipiniana through a fashion runway. The event gave a chance to experience and appreciate Filipino culture.

Through the Embassy’s participation in Cultural Connection Day 2026 at ELTE, as well as its collaboration with Filipino students from Corvinus University and the University of Pécs, the Philippine Embassy reaffirmed its commitment to promoting Philippine culture and advancing cultural diplomacy in Hungary, particularly in celebration of Filipino Food Month. These engagements provided meaningful opportunities to showcase Filipino heritage, traditions, creativity, and cuisine to a wider international audience, allowing participants to gain a deeper appreciation of Filipino culture and identity. These activities are only three of the many initiatives and cultural events in which members of the Filipino student community in Hungary actively participate throughout the year.

By supporting initiatives that encourage intercultural dialogue and cultural exchange, the Embassy continues to strengthen its ties with the Filipino student community in Hungary while fostering stronger people-to-people connections between the Philippines and Hungary. The events also highlighted the role of Filipino food and cultural presentations in bringing communities together and further deepening the friendship and cooperation between the two countries. END.

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗔𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡’𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛

25 March 2026, Budapest — The Philippine Embassy in Budapest, in cooperation with its Labor Office, Semmelweis University, International Organization for Migration (IOM Hungary), FirstMed, and the Association of Filipino Students in Hungary (AFSHu), successfully held a Health Awareness Seminar and Health Screening for Filipinos in Hungary, in celebration of Women’s Month, bringing together members of the Filipino community and partners to promote health awareness and well-being.

In her opening remarks, Ambassador Maria Elena Algabre reaffirmed the Embassy’s commitment to the welfare of Filipinos in Hungary, particularly through initiatives that strengthen health literacy, support community development, and advance gender empowerment.

The seminar featured a series of presentations addressing key health issues relevant to the Filipino community in Hungary, comprising permanent residents, professionals, guest workers, and students.

Mr. Miguel Angelo Victor Ontog, a Filipino nurse in Hungary currently pursuing his Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Advanced Practice and Community Health at Semmelweis University, gave an overview of the Hungarian healthcare system and highlighted common health concerns affecting Filipinos.

Dr. Botond Lakatos, a medical doctor and professor at Semmelweis University, presented on “Lifestyle & Prevention: Global Health and Local Practices in Europe,” emphasizing the importance of preventive healthcare and the role of lifestyle factors in reducing the risk of disease and other health conditions.

Ms. Alexandra Takács, Senior Project Associate for Protection at the International Organization for Migration (IOM), delivered a presentation on migration health, women’s well-being, and workplace safety in the context of migration, highlighting the increased vulnerability of women to health risks, the importance of mental health and psychosocial support, and available support mechanisms.

The final presentation was given by Ms. Anikó Woods, Strategic Marketing Advisor at FirstMed and author of the guidebook How to Hungary. She provided practical guidance on navigating Hungary’s healthcare system for both TAJ (Társadalombiztosítási Azonosító Jel / Social Security Identification) and non-TAJ cardholders, offering tools to improve access to medical services.

An open forum and panel discussion followed, allowing participants to engage directly with the speakers and raise questions on health and well-being concerns.

In his closing remarks, Minister and Consul General Mr. Jeffrey P. Salik expressed appreciation to the speakers and participants for their active engagement and reiterated the Embassy’s continued commitment to supporting the welfare of the Filipino community in Hungary.

A free basic health screening was also conducted on-site at the Embassy before and after the seminar by Mr. Miguel Angelo Victor Ontog, with the assistance of Ms. Andrea Bergula Saises, a BSc Nursing and Patient Care student at Semmelweis University. The initiative was well received by participants, as it provided them with an opportunity to undergo basic health checks and receive preliminary health information.

Guests were also served hearty Filipino refreshments, including the traditional purple-colored delicacy Ube bilo-bilo, in celebration of “Purple Wednesdays” observed during Women’s Month. The sharing of the Filipino treat added a cultural touch to the event while symbolizing solidarity and support for women’s empowerment, with purple recognized as the official color of Women’s Month celebrations.

In addition, the Embassy’s Labor Office distributed hygiene kits to all women participants in observance of Women’s Month, and as part of its continued efforts to promote women’s health and well-being.

By strengthening partnerships with medical institutions and service providers, the Embassy continues to promote health awareness and preventive health practices, as well as support inclusive support mechanisms that enhance the resilience, safety, and overall well-being of Filipinos living and working abroad. END

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗨𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗢 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬, 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

Podgorica, Montenegro, 6-7 April 2026 – Following the Presentation of her Credentials to H.E. Jakov Milatović, President of Montenegro, H.E. Maria Elena P. Algabre, Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to Montenegro, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Ervin Ibrahimović, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, in Podgorica, Montenegro.

The meeting provided an opportunity for the Ambassador to formally introduce herself as the new non-resident Philippine Ambassador to Montenegro and to reaffirm the Philippines’ commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations. Both sides noted the positive trajectory of relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 2009 and expressed readiness to further enhance political dialogue and expand practical cooperation.

Discussions covered a broad and forward-looking range of potential areas of cooperation, including tourism, sports, culture, education, people-to-people exchanges, labor, green technology, and the agri-food industry. Both sides recognized the value of identifying concrete and mutually beneficial initiatives to further advance engagement in these sectors.

Ambassador Algabre likewise highlighted the growing potential for tourism and labor cooperation with Montenegro. The growing presence of Filipino workers in Montenegro, particularly in the tourism and hospitality sectors, reflects the country’s expanding tourism industry and increasing demand for labor, especially in key tourist destinations of Montenegro. She also underscored the importance of expanding exchanges in sports, education, and cultural diplomacy as effective platforms for strengthening people-to-people ties.

On multilateral cooperation, both sides underscored the importance of continued engagement in international fora and reaffirmed their shared commitment to multilateralism and respect for international law.

In addition to meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Algabre also met separately with State Secretary Periša Kastratović, Director General for Consular Affairs Ms. Ivana Đukanović, and Acting Director General for Bilateral Affairs Ms. Marija Stjepčević to discuss further ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

The meetings with the officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro concluded on a positive and forward-looking note, with both sides reaffirming their strong commitment to deepening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest. END