Philippine Embassy in Portugal

SHARED DIPLOMATIC PATHS STRENGTHEN PH–SÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPE ENGAGEMENT

Ambassador Paul Raymund P. Cortes paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Luís Viegas at the Palácio do Povo, highlighting shared experience as former ambassadors to Portugal and the growing convergence between the Philippines and São Tomé and Príncipe. Both sides discussed cooperation on migration governance, food security, and shared challenges as maritime developing states. They also reaffirmed strong people-to-people ties, including appreciation for the Filipino community in São Tomé and Príncipe.

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PH, SÃO TOMÉ & PRÍNCIPE DEEPEN COOPERATION ON FOOD SECURITY, MIGRATION, AND GLOBAL ISSUES

Ambassador Paul Raymund P. Cortes met with STP Foreign Minister Ilza Vaz to discuss stronger cooperation between the Philippines and São Tomé and Príncipe in food security, migration governance, climate resilience, and broader international cooperation.

Both sides highlighted shared experiences as maritime developing states and reaffirmed commitment to dialogue, international law, and practical cooperation on global challenges. The meeting reflects the steady growth of Philippine-STP relations.

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PH EMBASSY, FAO IDENTIFY AREAS FOR COOPERATION IN SÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPE

Philippine Ambassador Paul Raymund P. Cortes met with FAO Assistant Representative Dr. Argentino Pires dos Santos in São Tomé and Príncipe to explore potential cooperation in agriculture, rural development, fisheries, and the blue economy.

Discussions focused on practical and sustainable initiatives aligned with STP’s development priorities, as well as possible next steps toward establishing a cooperation framework. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening collaboration and sharing experiences relevant to small island developing states.

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LABOR MIGRATION COOPERATION EXPLORED IN PH–SÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPE MEETING

Philippine Ambassador Paul Raymund P. Cortes met with Director Nilsson Lima of São Tomé and Príncipe’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to advance discussions on a Philippine-proposed labor migration governance initiative. Both sides highlighted the importance of practical and people-centered cooperation and agreed to continue close coordination on the program’s implementation.

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Celebrating Filipino culture in Portugal! 🇵🇭✨

In line with National Heritage Month 2026, the Philippine Embassy in Lisbon organized a Filipino traditional folk dance workshop for volunteer Portuguese students from the University of Lisbon. Through the vibrant Visayan folk dance “Rosas Pandan,” the initiative highlighted the beauty of Filipino heritage and strengthened cultural understanding and friendship between the Philippines and Portugal.

The students’ performance will be featured during the Asia Cultural Day at the University of Lisbon and the Festa Filipina this June and July 2026.

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