Manila Bulletin
Duterte credits Pruce for revitalized PH-UK ties; Order of Sikatuna conferred on British diplomat
President Rodrigo Duterte expressed gratitude to outgoing British Ambassador Daniel Pruce for his contributions to enhancing Philippine-UK ties, which he credited for the revitalization of the United Kingdom's economic and political presence in the Philippines.
Duterte highlighted Pruce's personal involvement in securing vaccines, including the UK's donation of over 400,000 AstraZeneca doses.
The President also thanked Pruce for his role in the tripartite agreement for vaccine procurement.
In recognition of his accomplishments, Duterte conferred on Ambassador Pruce the Order of Sikatuna, Rank of Datu (Grand Cross), Gold Distinction.
Duterte urged the UK government to finalize a memorandum of understanding regarding the recruitment of Filipino healthcare workers.
Ambassador Pruce affirmed that diplomatic ties between the UK and the Philippines will continue to strengthen.
Laure Beaufils is set to succeed Pruce as the new British Ambassador to the Philippines this month.
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