The Philippines welcomes a significant dignitary as H.E. Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission (HRVP), arrives for an official visit from June 1 to June 2, 2025.
This marks HRVP Kallas’s inaugural visit to the Philippines since her appointment on December 1, 2024, signifying a pivotal moment in the robust diplomatic relations between the Philippines and the European Union.
The visit underscores a shared commitment to fostering open political dialogue and strengthening cooperation in the collective pursuit of peace, stability, and sustainable development. HRVP Kallas’s agenda includes a key meeting with Secretary for Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo. Discussions are anticipated to focus on deepening Philippines-EU relations amidst complex regional and international challenges. HRVP Kallas is also scheduled to engage with other high-level officials within the Philippine government.
This high-level engagement is expected to pave the way for enhanced collaboration across various sectors, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the Philippines and the European Union.
Meanwhile, the Department of Foreign Affairs – Office of Consular Affairs (DFA-OCA) wishes to inform the public that the Releasing Office for Passport and Authentication services will be relocated to the Consular Services Center on the 7th Floor of Double Dragon Plaza Tower 4, effective Monday, June 2, 2025. The DFA-OCA advises the public to take note of this change for their upcoming transactions.
