Australia congratulates Rodrigo Duterte as Philippines-Australia celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop congratulates Rodrigo Duterte as president-elect of the Philippines as this year the Philippines-Australia celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations since it was established in 1946.

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Screen shot of the full media release as published on the website of the foreign minister.

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop releases message for Philippines on its 70th year bilateral relation with Australia Source: foreignminister.gov.au

For full details, go to Minister for Foreign Affairs website.