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11/06/2026

𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥-𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗕𝗥𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗜 𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗨𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗠 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗔

10 June 2026, CANBERRA - Ambassador Antonio A. Morales received H.E. Nooraslena Sallehudin, Ambassador-Designate of Brunei Darussalam to Australia, for a courtesy introductory call at the Embassy of the Philippines.

Ambassador Morales expressed appreciation to Ambassador-Designate Sallehudin for Brunei Darussalam’s support for the Philippines in the United Nations Security Council candidature and ASEAN Chairship.

The Heads of Mission exchanged views on the importance of multilateralism and reaffirmed the commitment to upholding a rules-based international order and the peaceful settlement of disputes, as well as explored cooperation on energy and food security, migration, education, and people-to-people linkages across the region.

As ASEAN Chair in 2026, the Philippines will advance its work under the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together,” reflecting its commitment to strengthening regional resilience, deepening connectivity among member states, and fostering practical cooperation that promotes inclusive and sustainable development with people at its core. -END

06/06/2026

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗’𝗦 𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗜𝗥 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗔! 🥭 🥭🥭

06 June 2026 - 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗲𝘀, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮!

Initial shipments of fresh Philippine Carabao mangoes will arrive in the first half of June 2026. Distribution is expected across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and other parts of Australia through selected retailers, produce wholesalers, Asian grocers, foodservice operators, and hospitality partners as seasonal supply continues to expand throughout the country.

The return of Philippine Carabao mangoes to Australia highlights the continuing growth of Philippine agriculture and trade with Australia and offers Filipino-Australian consumers access to one of the Philippines’ best-known fruit exports.

The 2026 rollout delivers an enhanced offering for consumers, with a focus on high-quality fruit from arrival through to retail. It features refined grading standards, upgraded export packaging, improved cold-chain handling and elevated retail presentation for a premium experience throughout the season.

Beyond commercial opportunity, the programme also supports thousands of Filipino farming families and regional agricultural communities throughout the Philippines. Behind every shipment are growers, orchard workers, packing facilities, logistics teams, and exporters all working together to deliver premium-quality fruit to international consumers.

As Philippine Carabao mangoes are available only during a limited seasonal window, consumers are encouraged to monitor announcements from participating retailers and distributors regarding product availability.

Consumers, retailers, wholesalers, and hospitality partners interested in securing supply for the 2026 season are encouraged to visit the official Carabao Mango Australia website www.carabaomango.au, for updates, product information, and pre-order enquiries. - END

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05/06/2026

𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧

27 May 2026, CANBERRA - Philippine Ambassador to Australia H.E. Antonio Morales welcomed a delegation of Filipino journalists visiting Australia under the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's (DFAT) International Media Visit (IMV) Program, an initiative that seeks to engage foreign media representatives to promote a deeper understanding of Australia and its foreign, trade, and development objectives.

The visiting media delegation was composed of Ms. Vina Araneta-Pilapil (PTV Davao), Ms. Ma. Belen Lim (The Northern Forum), Ms. Maria Elena Catajan (North Luzon Monitor), Mr. Nikko Sereno (Balitang Bisdak, GMA-7), Ms. Annie Fe Perez Gallardo (ABS-CBN Cebu), Ms. Celeste Anna Formoso (Palawan News), and Ms. Pia Castro Medenilla (Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation).

During their engagement, Ambassador Morales discussed the growth of Philippines-Australia Strategic Partnership as both countries commemorate 80 years of diplomatic relations. He highlighted the breadth of bilateral cooperation across defense and security, economic growth, education, and people-to-people links and underscored the shared commitment to advancing regional stability and prosperity.

Ambassador Morales also emphasized the significant role and contributions of the Filipino diaspora in Australia and noted their importance in deepening and fostering greater mutual understanding and connection.

As part of the IMV Program, the journalists participated in a series of visits and briefings that provided insights into Australia's institutions and multicultural engagement. Prior to their meeting with Ambassador Morales, the delegation visited DFAT and its Emergency Crisis Response Centre, and met with officials from the Philippine Consulate General in Sydney.

The journalists also visited SBS, Australia's multicultural and multilingual public broadcaster, where they learned about the country's approach to serving diverse communities through inclusive media. In addition, the delegation toured HMAS Canberra at the Royal Australian Navy's Fleet Base East in Sydney, gaining firsthand exposure to the vessel's facilities, operations, and the daily responsibilities of its officers and crew.

The visit provided valuable opportunities for dialogue and exchange and contributed to a deeper appreciation of Philippines-Australia cooperation among Philippine media practitioners. -END

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05/06/2026

𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗣𝗛-𝗔𝗨 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝟴𝟬𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡

07 May 2026, BROOME - As part of the celebration of the Philippines-Australia Friendship and the 80th anniversary of formal diplomatic relations, Philippine Ambassador to Australia H.E. Antonio Morales visited Broome to honor the legacy of the Manilamen.

The Manilamen were pioneering Filipino seafarers and labor migrants whose journeys across global maritime routes led them to northern Australia in the 19th century. Long before the establishment of formal diplomatic relations, Filipino pearl divers, sailors, and workers were already contributing to the growth of Broome’s maritime and pearling industries. Many settled in the region, formed families with Indigenous Australians, and helped establish some of the earliest Filipino communities outside the Philippines.

Ambassador Morales met with descendants of the Manilamen and members of the contemporary Filipino-Australian community in Broome. The community engagement was held together with Dr. Deborah Ruiz Wall, author of “Reimagining Australia: Voices of Indigenous Australians of Filipino Descent.”

Among those present was Mr. Kevin Puertollano, a Yawuru Elder and descendant of Thomas Puertollano, a Manilaman from Marinduque. Mr. Puertollano shared his family's journey of tracing its roots back to the Philippines and his ongoing efforts to preserve and promote the history of the Manilamen in Broome.

In his remarks, Ambassador Morales emphasized that the story of the Manilamen forms an important chapter in the shared history of the Philippines and Australia. He emphasized the importance of sharing the story of the Manilamen as it highlights the long history of Filipino migration to Australia dating back to the 1860s; recognizes the contributions of Filipino settlers and their descendants to Australia's multicultural society; and also reflects the shared indigenous heritage and long-standing maritime links of the Philippines and Australia.

Dr. Wall traced the history of the Manilamen from their arrival in Australia to their contributions to nation-building in the Philippines and economic development in Australia. The Manilamen were highly instrumental in the formation of the Catholic faith in the Kimberley region.

Filipino community leader Ms. Joenna Fronda emphasized the importance of support by the new Filipino settlers (i.e. Filipino workers and their families who arrived in Broome in the last thirty years) for the descendants of the Manilamen to ensure that this shared history is preserved.

Throughout his visit, Ambassador Morales also visited the Pearl Luggers Museum, Broome Historical Society and Museum, the RSL Club (which served as the Manila Club in the 1930s) and Our Lady Queen of Peace Cathedral to learn more about the historical presence and contributions of the Manilamen descendants in Broome.

To learn more about the history and legacy of the Manilamen, visit the Embassy’s virtual exhibition, “Beyond Borders: Voices of Indigenous Australians of Filipino Descent” at https://cultural.philembassy.org.au/phinau/beyond-borders. - END

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05/06/2026

𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡 𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗖𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗔

07 May 2026, BROOME - Philippine Ambassador to Australia H.E. Antonio Morales, together with Dr. Deborah Ruiz Wall, Author of “Reimagining Australia: Voices of Indigenous Australians of Filipino Descent”, and Mr. Kevin Puertollano, descendant of Manilaman Thomas Puertollano from Marinduque and a Yawuru Elder, met with Broome Shire President Chris Mitchell JP and Shire Director of Infrastructure Jeremy Hall to discuss opportunities to further recognize and promote the legacy of the Manilamen, as part of the commemorative activities marking the 80th anniversary of Philippines-Australia diplomatic relations.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝗲’𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀.

Ambassador Morales welcomed the Shire’s openness to cooperation in identifying and preserving historical records on the Manilamen, and in exploring initiatives that honour their contributions to Broome and to the shared history of Australia and the Philippines. He highlighted the enduring socio-economic contributions of Filipinos to the region, from the pioneering Manilamen to the contemporary Filipino-Australian community.

Shire President Mitchell spoke warmly of the Filipino community in Broome and acknowledged the important role of Manilamen descendant Mr. Kevin Puertollano, whom he described as a valued pillar of the local community.

During his visit, Ambassador Morales also met with Manilamen descendant, fine art photographer, poet, and artist Michael Jaluru Torres, with whom he exchanged views on ways to further elevate and preserve the stories and contributions of Manilamen descendants in Broome.

Ambassador Morales also visited the Broome Cemetery, where Manilamen and their descendants are interred, as part of a broader reflection on their historical presence in the region.

The Ambassador also visited the Mabu Yawuru Ngan-ga Yawuru Language Centre which is dedicated to documenting and revitalizing the Yawuru language (Yawuru ngan-ga). Through the development of educational resources and partnerships with local schools, the Centre helps bring Yawuru language and culture to up to 1,500 primary school students in Broome each year.

For more information on the Manilamen, visit the virtual exhibit on the Embassy’s official website entitled “Beyond Borders: Voices of Indigenous Australians of Filipino Descent” at https://cultural.philembassy.org.au/phinau/beyond-borders. -END

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05/06/2026

𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗛-𝗔𝗨 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗧 𝗚𝗔𝗟𝗔 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧

10 May 2026, PERTH - Philippine Ambassador to Australia H.E. Antonio Morales joined members of the Filipino community in Western Australia at a gala celebration commemorating the 80th anniversary of Philippines-Australia diplomatic relations. Held at Crown Towers Perth. The event brought together community leaders, government representatives, members of the diplomatic corps, and friends of the Philippines to celebrate the longstanding friendship between the two countries.

The gala was organized by Philippine Honorary Consul in Western Australia Melissa Aguasa, with the support of Filipino community organizations. Around 500 guests attended the event, including Hon. Dan Caddy MLC, Minister for Commerce, Tertiary and International Education and Multicultural Interests, representing Western Australian Premier Roger Cook; Lord Mayor of Perth Hon. Bruce Reynolds, members of the diplomatic corps, and representatives of various Filipino community organizations.

The program featured cultural performances showcasing Filipino music, dance, and heritage. The evening also recognized outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to the Filipino community in Western Australia.

In his remarks, Ambassador Morales highlighted Western Australia's important role in advancing the Strategic Partnership. “Western Australia is a strong partner of the Philippines in deepening our bilateral relations,” Ambassador Morales said. “One of the clearest examples is education, where Filipino students now constitute the largest ASEAN student cohort in Western Australia, with more than 3,000 enrolled across the state's universities.”

The Ambassador also underscored the contributions of Western Australian businesses to Philippine development. He cited Austal's shipbuilding operations in Balamban, Cebu, which support the growth of the Philippines' maritime capabilities and workforce skills.

“Above all, the most enduring strength of the relationship lies in our people-to-people ties,” Ambassador Morales said. “The Filipino community has made significant contributions to Australia's economic growth, skills base, and rich multicultural heritage.”

In his remarks, Minister Dan Caddy recognized the strong and growing ties between Western Australia and the Philippines, particularly in education, trade, investment, and community engagement. He also acknowledged the valuable contributions of the Filipino community to the state's social, cultural, and economic development.

Honorary Consul Melissa Aguasa expressed her appreciation to the 35 Filipino community organizations in Western Australia whose support made the Barrio Fiesta and Gala celebrations possible. She commended the collective efforts of community leaders and volunteers in showcasing Filipino culture and strengthening community solidarity.

As a symbolic tribute to the milestone anniversary, six bridges across Perth were illuminated in the colors of the Philippine flag on the evening of the celebration, including the iconic Matagarup Bridge. - END

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05/06/2026

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝟴𝟬 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗛-𝗔𝗨 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦

09 May 2026, PERTH - The Philippine Fiesta Perth 2026 transformed Forrest Place into a vibrant centre of culture and celebration as the Filipino community marked 80 years of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Australia.

The event, led by Philippine Honorary Consul for Western Australia Melissa Aguasa, in close collaboration with Filipino community organizations across the state, drew attendance in the thousands, making it the largest Philippine cultural gathering held in Western Australia to date.

The program featured an extensive line-up of cultural performances representing diverse regions of the Philippines, including Sinulog, MassKara, and T’nalak presentations. Throughout the day, live performances, interactive games, food stalls, and craft displays brought a distinctly Filipino atmosphere to the heart of Perth, reflecting both cultural richness and community cohesion.

Philippine Ambassador to Australia, H.E. Antonio Morales, joined the festivities. He highlighted the significance of the celebration and the role of the diaspora in strengthening the Philippines-Australia Strategic Partnership. He also encouraged greater exchange between the two countries in opportunities in tourism, education, and business through the increased connectivity between Perth and Manila.

Hon. Bruce Reynolds, Lord Mayor of Perth, acknowledged the Filipino community’s contribution to Western Australia across key sectors including healthcare, education, hospitality, trades, and civic life. He noted that events such as the Fiesta highlight the strength of multiculturalism in shaping Perth’s identity and enhancing its social and cultural fabric.

Consul Aguasa expressed her gratitude to the Filipino community in Western Australia for its collective effort in delivering the event and recognized the strong volunteerism and collaboration that underpinned its success.

With more than 46,000 Filipinos residing in Western Australia, representing the state’s fifth-largest migrant community, the celebration reflected the continued presence of Filipino culture as an important part of the state’s multicultural landscape.

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03/06/2026

05 May 2026, PERTH – Ambassador Antonio Morales took part in the inaugural reception of the Parliamentary Friends of the Philippines, hosted by Hon. Klara Andric MLC at the Parliament of Western Australia.

The event brought together Members of Parliament including Hon. Dan Caddy MLC, Hon. Dr Parwinder Kaur MLC, Hon. Dan Bull MLA, Hon. Rhys Williams MLA, Hon. Divina Grace D’Anna MLA, Hon Colleen Egan MLA, Hon, Yaz Mubarakai MLA, Hon, Dave Kelley MLA, Hon. John Carey MLA, Hon. Ron Sao MLA, Hon. Ayor Makur Chuot MLC, Hon. Simon Ehrenfeld MLC, Cockburn Mayor Logan Howlett, government representatives, business leaders, and members of the Filipino-Australian community, in collaboration with the Australia Philippines Business Council (APBC), which is also marking its 50th anniversary.

In his remarks, Ambassador Morales highlighted the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Australia, noting that parliamentary cooperation provides practical direction to the bilateral Strategic Partnership. The Ambassador noted education as a key pillar of engagement, with the Philippines now the leading ASEAN source of students in Western Australia, supported by expanding university partnerships. He also highlighted the deepening economic relationship, marked by the growing presence of Western Australian investment in the Philippines and increasing Philippine investment engagement in Western Australia.

Hon. Klara Andric MLC highlighted the strong contributions of the Filipino community to Western Australia and reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening relations between the Philippines and WA, while supporting both community and expanding business linkages.

APBC President Rafael Toda acknowledged Western Australia’s strategic role in advancing bilateral trade and investment and highlighted the Philippines’ growing importance within ASEAN. He also commended individuals and organisations contributing to deeper commercial partnerships and people-to-people ties.

The Parliamentary Friends of the Philippines is convened by Hon. Klara Andric MLC, with Hon. David Bolt MLA serving as Deputy Convenor. The group aims to foster dialogue between WA Parliamentarians and the Filipino-Australian community, promote appreciation of Filipino culture and heritage, explore opportunities in trade, investment, education, and tourism, and complement broader national efforts to strengthen the bilateral relations through local initiatives. - END

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03/06/2026

📢 Catch Ambassador Morales' live interview with Steph Vicente of Radyo Pilipinas World Service on this afternoon, 03 June 2026, 5:30pm AEST.

02/06/2026

𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗨 𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥

05 May 2026, PERTH - Philippine Ambassador to Australia, H.E. Antonio Morales, joined the Philippine mining executives in inviting members of the Australian Mining Equipment, Technology, and Services sector to explore investment opportunities in the Philippines during a Resources Forum organized by the Australia Philippines Business Council (APBC) at the sidelines of the Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX2026) in Perth.

The event brought together representatives from the Department of Trade and Industry, Austrade and companies across key industries including mining, legal services, professional services, and renewable energy. The PH business delegation consisted of representatives from Sagittarius Mines, APEX Mining and Carmen Cooper.

In his remarks, Ambassador Morales highlighted the 80th anniversary of Philippines-Australia relations and the deepening Strategic Partnership focused on expanding trade and investment in critical minerals, green energy, agriculture, and skills development. He underscored the Philippines’ substantial untapped mineral wealth, alongside sustained reforms to strengthen investor confidence such as the development of a National Policy Framework for a Critical Minerals Industry to support responsible extraction, value-added processing, and long-term industrial upgrading.

Director Rose Marie Mendoza of the Board of Investments discussed the Philippines’ regulatory framework, investment pathways, and priority sectors for mining and mineral development. Foreign investors may hold up to 40% equity in Mineral Agreements, while 100% foreign ownership is permitted under Financial or Technical Assistance Agreements and for Mineral Processing Permits.

Catherine Gallagher, Austrade Southeast Asia General Manager, highlighted the Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 and its focus on strengthening regional economic engagement and development opportunities across Southeast Asia. Dr. Robert Trzebski of Austrmine emphasized the role of the METS sector in advancing innovation, productivity, and operational efficiency in the global mining industry.

The first panel on Regulations, Policies for Investments, and Future Opportunities for Mineral Processing in the Philippines was moderated by Philippines Australia Business Council President Dennis Quintero and featured Luis Sarmiento (APEX Mining), Craig Annison (Xcalibur Smart Mapping), and Roy Deveraturda (Sagittarius Mines) as panellists.

The second panel on “Creating Competitive Edge with Resilient Supply Chains and Responsible Mining” was moderated by APBC Director Virma Symons and featured Yulo Perez (Carmen Copper), Matthew Pilbeam (NRW Holdings), and Ben Farquharson (DESWIK) as panellists.

The Philippines has 9 million hectares of mineral potential and is the world's top exporter of nickel ore and concentrates, accounting for over $1.8 billion in global trade. The country is also rich in chromite, copper and gold deposits.

With a number of Australian mining companies already operating in the Philippines, there is significant opportunity to deepen cooperation with Australia’s global leadership in ESG standards, innovation, and sustainable mining practices and the Philippines’ reform agenda and commitment to responsible resource development. - END

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