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NRDC, UP honor outgoing Romanian ambassador

Published Apr 26, 2026 09:17 am
Honoree Răduța Dana Matache, Romanian Ambassador to the Philippines, delivers her message
Honoree Răduța Dana Matache, Romanian Ambassador to the Philippines, delivers her message
The Natural Resources Development Corporation (NRDC) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, together with the University of the Philippines, hosted a testimonial dinner at The Executive House in Quezon City for outgoing Romanian Ambassador to the Philippines Răduța Dana Matache.
The ceremonial toast was offered by Atty. Angelo Jimenez
The ceremonial toast was offered by Atty. Angelo Jimenez
The gathering brought together figures from diplomacy, government, academe, business, and media to recognize Matache’s role in strengthening ties between Romania and the Philippines, particularly in higher education and institutional partnerships.
Ambassador Răduța Dana Matache was joined by Atty. Angelo Jimenez , Judge Benjamin Turgano, Ambassador Delia Domingo-Albert , former DepEd Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones, Ambassador Massimo Santoro European Union Embassy , Ambassador Gilberto Fonseca Guimaraes de Mouro of Brazil Embassy
Ambassador Răduța Dana Matache was joined by Atty. Angelo Jimenez , Judge Benjamin Turgano, Ambassador Delia Domingo-Albert , former DepEd Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones, Ambassador Massimo Santoro European Union Embassy , Ambassador Gilberto Fonseca Guimaraes de Mouro of Brazil Embassy
Among those in attendance were DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna, European Union Ambassador Massimo Santoro, Brazilian Ambassador Gilberto Fonseca Guimaraes de Moura, Slovenian Ambassador Smiljana Knez, and Dutch Ambassador Marielle Geraedts.
Judge Benjamin Turgano, President and CEO of the Natural Resources and Development Corporation, acknowledged Ambassador Matache’s role in advancing academic and intellectual exchange between Romania and the Philippines during his welcome remarks
Judge Benjamin Turgano, President and CEO of the Natural Resources and Development Corporation, acknowledged Ambassador Matache’s role in advancing academic and intellectual exchange between Romania and the Philippines during his welcome remarks
Judge Benjamin Turgano, President and CEO of NRDC, cited Matache’s efforts in advancing academic and intellectual exchange between the two countries. He pointed in particular to her role in fostering cooperation between Wesleyan University Philippines and Banat University of Life Sciences, an initiative that helped open pathways for Erasmus Mundus higher education collaboration.
UP President Atty. Angelo A. Jimenez commended Ambassador Matache for her significant contribution to strengthening the enduring academic cooperation between the University of the Philippines and the Embassy of Romania
UP President Atty. Angelo A. Jimenez commended Ambassador Matache for her significant contribution to strengthening the enduring academic cooperation between the University of the Philippines and the Embassy of Romania
Tugano added that her commitment to partnership reflected NRDC’s own focus on sustainable, equitable, and socially responsible development of the country’s natural resources.
Ambassador Matache commended the Romanian Embassy staff, who rose to receive the recognition
Ambassador Matache commended the Romanian Embassy staff, who rose to receive the recognition
UP President Angelo A. Jimenez also commended the ambassador for helping deepen academic cooperation between the university and the Embassy of Romania. He thanked her for supporting exchanges and building linkages between UP and Romanian institutions.
Ambassador . Răduța Dana Matache presented a plaque of Appreciation to Atty. Angelo Jimenez and Judge Benjamin Turgano . Thye were joined by (from Left) Prof. Michael L. Tee, MD, MHPEd, Chancellor of the Univeristy of the Philippines-Manila; Dr. Rhodora Angela Fernandez-Ferrer, Ph.D., Executive Director, Private Education Assistance Committee; DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna and former Agriculture Secretary Arthur
Ambassador . Răduța Dana Matache presented a plaque of Appreciation to Atty. Angelo Jimenez and Judge Benjamin Turgano . Thye were joined by (from Left) Prof. Michael L. Tee, MD, MHPEd, Chancellor of the Univeristy of the Philippines-Manila; Dr. Rhodora Angela Fernandez-Ferrer, Ph.D., Executive Director, Private Education Assistance Committee; DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna and former Agriculture Secretary Arthur "Art" Cua Yap
He noted that universities play an important role in transforming international friendship into practical collaboration, intellectual growth, and long-term ties.
Ambassador Dr. Smiljana Knez of Slovenia Embassy joined Ambassador . Răduța Dana Matache and spouse Constantin Matache
Ambassador Dr. Smiljana Knez of Slovenia Embassy joined Ambassador . Răduța Dana Matache and spouse Constantin Matache
In her remarks, Matache thanked NRDC, UP, and Philippine partners for their support throughout her posting, describing the Philippines as a place where relationships were formed with ease.
DFA Undersecretary Maria Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega alongside Ambassador Maria Alfonsa Magdalena Geraedts of Netherlands Embassy
DFA Undersecretary Maria Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega alongside Ambassador Maria Alfonsa Magdalena Geraedts of Netherlands Embassy
She spoke warmly of the country’s openness, natural beauty, and food culture, even sharing her fondness for ginataang bilo-bilo.
“The Philippines has become our second home because of the friendships we have with the Filipinos,” she said.
Ambassador Răduța Dana Matache was joined by Atty. Angelo Jimenez , Judge Benjamin Turgano, Ambassador Delia Domingo-Albert , former DepEd Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones, Ambassador Massimo Santoro European Union Embassy , Ambassador Gilberto Fonseca Guimaraes de Mouro of Brazil Embassy
Ambassador Răduța Dana Matache was joined by Atty. Angelo Jimenez , Judge Benjamin Turgano, Ambassador Delia Domingo-Albert , former DepEd Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones, Ambassador Massimo Santoro European Union Embassy , Ambassador Gilberto Fonseca Guimaraes de Mouro of Brazil Embassy
She added: “We believe in the Filipino people. I believe in the Philippines and am convinced that you will all be successful. Romania will remain a partner—a friend, a like-minded country, apparently far away, but in fact, very close.”
DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna together with Atty Marian Coquia-Regidor, UP Vice Preident for Public Affairs
DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna together with Atty Marian Coquia-Regidor, UP Vice Preident for Public Affairs
The ambassador began her tenure in Manila in December 2021, with concurrent accreditation to Palau, the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia. Her diplomatic career has included senior roles within Romania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as postings in Washington, D.C., London, and Stockholm, where she served as ambassador to Sweden from 2009 to 2015.

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