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United Kingdom Ambassador Sarah Hulton, OBE
STAR / File
The British Embassy Manila hosted the King’s birthday party on June 9, celebrating the birthday of King Charles III and marking the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom (UK) and the Philippines. More than 500 guests from government, business and civil society attended the reception.
British Ambassador to the Philippines Sarah Hulton highlighted the enduring partnership between the two countries and reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to strengthening cooperation in trade, climate action, women’s empowerment and security.
DFA chief of protocol Asec. Ariel Peñaranda, DFA Undersecretary Maria Theresa Dizon-De Vega
Over the past year, UK-Philippines relations have reached new milestones, including record two-way trade valued at £3.2 billion and expanded cooperation in climate resilience, clean energy, and sustainable development. Defense and security ties have also deepened through ongoing negotiations on a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA), reflecting the shared commitment of both nations to regional stability and a rules-based international order.
Papal Nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown, Monaco Consul General Fortune Ledesma
Speaking on behalf of the Philippine government, DFA Undersecretary for Administration Maria Theresa Dizon-De Vega reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors.
People-to-people ties remain a cornerstone of the relationship, with more than 250,000 Filipinos living and working in the United Kingdom, including over 35,000 nurses serving in the NHS. Filipino Chevening alumni also continue to contribute across government, business, academia and civil society.
The King’s birthday party served not only as a celebration of His Majesty’s birthday but also as a reaffirmation of the longstanding friendship and shared aspirations between the UK and the Philippines as both nations look to the future with optimism and a spirit of cooperation.
