House Speaker Martin Romualdez delivers an address before Congress adjourned sine die on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (File photo from a video posted on Facebook by the House of Representatives)
MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez told foreign diplomats that Philippine Congress seeks to collaborate with their parliaments on different undertakings.
Speaking at a briefing on diplomatic immunities and privileges at a hotel in Manila, Romualdez also urged envoys to strengthen inter-parliamentary ties with Philippines.
“I would like to emphasize that we are very interested in establishing relations with our counterparts in other countries through Parliamentary Friendship Associations and similar initiatives,” Romualdez said.
“I hope those of you whose countries do not yet have such initiatives will consider making a recommendation to your legislators,” he recommended.
“The world does not stand still,” the Speaker remarked.
“Bilateral relations evolve as they must, necessitating that immunities and privileges be periodically reviewed and updated to make sure that they are reflective of the current environment and continue to serve the best interests of all parties involved,” he added.
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