DFA Statement on the Release from Captivity of Gelienor Pacheco

25 November 2023 – We join the nation in celebrating the release of Filipino national Gelienor “Jimmy” Pacheco from captivity in Gaza. This is the fruit of all the diplomatic representations that have been undertaken by the Department of Foreign Affairs under the guidance of the President.

We recognize and deeply appreciate Qatar’s mediation efforts resulting in the release of Mr. Pachecho.

We truly appreciate the assistance Israel is providing for Mr. Pacheco and his family.

We also thank the governments of Egypt and Iran for their invaluable assistance on this matter and hope for their continued support.

We also acknowledge the  support and participation of ICRC and other international organizations in this process.

We continue to work on the case of the other missing Filipino national in Israel, and for all other kababayans who continue to be affected by this difficult situation. END