The diplomatic corps accredited in the Philippines expressed optimism on Saturday evening regarding the country’s economic prospects under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

Speaking on behalf of the diplomatic corps, Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, Archbishop Charles Brown III, highlighted the country’s economic performance under the Marcos administration as a good reason to be hopeful.

“The diplomatic corps congratulates the government for the encouraging economic figures recently released on inflation, economic growth, and employment, mentioned by you, Mr. President in your speech, and these areas are a good reason to be hopeful about the future economic prospects of the country,” Brown said.

Brown was one of the guests during the Vin d’Honneur at the Malacañan Palace on Saturday. He also underscored the significance of the Bangsamoro Peace Process, calling it a “viable path to peace, security and prosperity” of the people of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).

He also emphasized the importance of everyone’s commitment to truthfulness, balance, and fairness in navigating divergent opinions on social issues.

“For all of us, men and women serving the government and, in the diplomacy, our mission is to help guide a course of human events in a path that leads to peace, prosperity and security for all. That is only possible when there is communication—the authentic and respectful exchange of ideas and proposals and continuous dialogue,” he said.

Before concluding his speech, Brown commended the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) for their warm and thoughtful engagement with the Philippine-accredited diplomatic corps. |PND