New PH envoy hopes to fortify partnership with Australia on defence, trade, technology, and renewable energy

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'Strengthening cooperation on shared challenges': Ambassador Morales hopes to fortify partnership with Australia on defence, trade and investment, digital technology, and renewable energy.

Newly-appointed Philippine Ambassador to Australia Antonio Morales sits with SBS Filipino for a one-on-one interview.


Key Points
  • Ambassador Antonio Morales will focus on deepening and expanding the relationship between the Philippines and Australia, which will celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations in 2026.
  • His priorities as ambassador include working on equitable two-way trade and investment and working together with the Philippine diaspora to promote our culture in Australia.
  • He commits to advocating for our country and strengthening the people-to-people ties between the Philippines and Australia.

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