PH Ambassador Presents Credentials to Governor General of Solomon Islands, Reaffirms Strong Bilateral Ties

Philippine Ambassador to Papua New Guinea and the non-resident Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Solomon Islands Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (left) presents his Letter of Credence to Governor General of the Solomon Islands Sir David Tiva Kapu (right) at Government House in Honiara. The ceremony on 18 June 2025 marks a reaffirmation of the 21-year diplomatic relationship and a shared commitment to strengthening future cooperation between our two island nations. (Port Moresby PE photo)

PORT MORESBY 23 June 2025 — Philippine Ambassador to Papua New Guinea, and the non-resident Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Solomon Islands, Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian officially presented his credentials to Governor General of the Solomon Islands Sir David Tiva Kapu in a formal ceremony at Government House on 18 June 2025. The event marks a significant step in reinforcing the 21 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Governor General Kapu welcomed the appointment as a renewed opportunity to deepen engagement, building on a strong foundation of friendship and cooperation that began with the formal establishment of diplomatic ties on 24 September 2004.

During the ceremony, both nations expressed a strong desire to enhance collaboration across multiple sectors. Governor General Kapu highlighted the Solomon Islands' eagerness to finalize Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Philippines on health and air services, while also seeking increased cooperation in tourism, fisheries, and agriculture. He conveyed profound gratitude for the educational support provided to Solomon Islands students in the Philippines and acknowledged the significant contributions of the Filipino community to the Solomon Islands' economy and society. In response, Ambassador Auxilian, conveying warm greetings from Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., reiterated the Philippines' commitment to strengthening economic relations and exploring new trade and investment opportunities. The Ambassador also formally requested the Solomon Islands' support for the Philippines' candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 term.

Following the presentation, Ambassador Auxilian engaged in a series of high-level meetings to further advance the bilateral agenda. These included courtesy calls on the Acting Prime Minister, the Hon. Fredrick Kologeto, and the Supervising Minister of Foreign Affairs & External Trade, the Hon. Polycarp Paea. These discussions underscored the Philippines' proactive approach to its partnership with the Solomon Islands. As the Solomon Islands prepares to host the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara, the Philippines looks forward to a future of enhanced cooperation and shared prosperity, celebrating new milestones in their enduring diplomatic friendship. END

A new chapter of partnership. Philippine Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (left) and Solomon Islands Governor General Sir David Tiva Kapu (right) stand side by side with renewed focus on advancing cooperation in health, trade, investment, and people-to-people ties for the mutual benefit of both Filipinos and Solomon Islanders. (Port Moresby PE photo)

Philippine Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (right) with the Supervising Minister of Foreign Affairs & External Trade, Hon. Polycarp Paea (MP), during a courtesy call at the Minister's office to discuss regional cooperation, upcoming international forums, and areas of mutual interest between the Philippines and Solomon Islands. (Port Moresby PE photo)

Philippine Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (right) meets with Supervising Permanent Secretary (PS) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & External Trade, Deputy Secretary (DS) Mr. Hickson George (left), in the MFAET Consultation Room to discuss future collaborations, and updates on ongoing foreign affairs initiatives by MFAET. (Port Moresby PE photo)

Philippine Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (left) pays a courtesy call on the Acting Prime Minister, Hon. Fredrick Kologeto (MP), at the Office of the Prime Minister to discuss Solomon Islands’ national priorities, and major development projects. (Port Moresby PE photo)

Philippine Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (left) met with Minister of Education and Human Resources Development, Hon. Tozen Leokana (right). The Philippines and Solomon Islands look forward to educational exchange programs, human resource development initiatives, scholarships, vocational training, and collaborations in the education sector. (Port Moresby PE photo)

Philippine Ambassador Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian (left) visits Hon. Franklyn Derek Wasi, Minister for Agriculture and Livestock (right), to initiate discussions on food security, agricultural trade, investment opportunities, and enhancing commercial ties between the Philippines and Solomon Islands. (Port Moresby PE photo)

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