09 October 2014 - Visiting Philippine House Member Eric Singson of the 2nd District of Ilocos Sur, accompanied by Philippine Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin, called on US Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii last September 30 at the Senator’s headquarters in Honolulu.
The two legislators discussed the importance of US presence in maintaining peace and security in the Asia-Pacific region and Senator Schatz’s interest in disaster management and how the US could partner with the Philippines in this area.
Representative Singson also called on Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell.
Congressman Singson visited Hawaii upon the invitation of the “Candonians of Hawaii,” an organization of Ilocanos who originated from Candon, Ilocos Sur. END