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PR-135-2024

Meeting with Rob Oliphant

Ambassador Austria poses with Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant following a comprehensive discussion on bilateral and regional issues

 

Philippine Ambassador to Canada Maria Andrelita S. Austria met with Mr. Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs on 26 September 2024. They exchanged views on developments in the Indo-Pacific and discussed various activities to further deepen and grow the bilateral relationship between the Philippines and Canada. In particular, they discussed cooperation in the areas of trade and investment, agriculture and fisheries, education, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and climate change mitigation.

Ambassador Austria raised several issues of concern to the Filipino community, including the recognition of foreign credentials. A Member of Parliament representing Don Valley West, Ontario, Mr. Oliphant acknowledged the contribution of the Filipino diaspora to Canadian society and economy.