Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 344)
Proclamation No. 344 declares the period from April 20 to 26, 2003 as Philippine-Mexico Friendship Week to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Mexico.
April 20 to 26, 2003 is declared as Philippine-Mexico Friendship Week to celebrate and strengthen the bilateral relations between the two countries.
The Manila-Acapulco Galleon Trade and their participation in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) are cited as significant historical and contemporary examples of the ties linking the Philippines and Mexico.
The first Diplomatic Legation of the Philippines in Mexico City was established on April 23, 1953.
It commemorates the 50th anniversary of the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Mexico.
Cultural exchanges reflect the deep historical connections and help strengthen and develop active and cordial relations between the two nations.
The Executive Secretary certifies and attests the Proclamation on behalf of the President.
It was signed in the City of Manila on March 25, 2003.