Foreign ambassadors tour the mansions in the Malacañang complex. (Photos from the Presidential Communications Office.)
MANILA, Philippines — Several foreign ambassadors toured Malacañang to bolster diplomatic ties, said the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Thursday.
Foreign envoys included in the tour were the Chinese envoy to the Philippines, Huang Xilian, Australian Ambassador Hae Kyong Yu and European Union Ambassador Luc Veron.
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“As part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s commitment to treasuring and preserving our country’s history while strengthening our diplomatic ties, a guided tour of the nation’s most historic homes was organized for Ambassadors assigned to the Philippines,” said the PCO in a statement.
However, the PCO did not specify when these tours were held.
The PCO said the diplomats were welcomed in Goldenberg Mansion and then toured Teus Mansion and the Bahay Ugnayan.
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos also made an appearance during the tour.
According to the PCO, the tour’s highlight was the newly restored Laperal Mansion.
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“The Laperal Mansion is set to serve as the official Presidential Guest House for foreign heads of state or government. This establishment embodies the Filipino’s brand of hospitality and His Excellency President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s intent to strengthen and expand the Philippines’ relations with its partners in the international community,” said the PCO.