Ambassador Philippe J. Lhuillier promotes economic, academic opportunities between Philippines and Braga

Ambassador Philippe J. Lhuillier (center) meeting with Braga Mayor Ricardo Rio (left) and Mr. Carlos Oliveira, President of Invest Braga

Continuing his mission to promote the country to his host country, Philippine Ambassador to Portugal Philippe J. Lhuillier visited the northern city of Braga to establish contacts with local officials in various key cities and localities in Portugal, and to discuss with them possible areas of engagement and cooperation in line with the Embassy’s economic and cultural diplomacy work plan.

During his visit Braga, Ambassador Lhuillier met with City Mayor Ricardo Rio and Mr. Carlos Oliveira, President of Invest Braga, the economic agency of the city that aims to foster economic development of the region and attract foreign investment.

“I am grateful for Mayor Rio’s warm accommodation to our delegation, and we are looking forward to partnering with their city. Braga’s advanced science and information technology centres will complement the Philippines’ strengthening economy and information technology industry. It will also be advantageous for them to enter the ASEAN region at this stage, with the upcoming launch of the ASEAN Economic Community next year,” said Lhuillier.