Ambassador, in his remarks at the award ceremony, noted that the tournament was aimed at celebrating the friendship between the people of two countries and highlight the tourism potential of golf in the Philippines. H.E. Mr. Charles C. Jose, Undersecretary Department of Foreign Affairs, addressed the participants on behalf of Secretary Mr. Enrique Manalo. He highlighted the shared values and common aspirations between the two countries that would continue to strengthen the bonds of freindship as we build on 75 years of our diplomatic relations.